Trading Support Manager

Job Title: Trade Support Manager

Location: Newark, DE (on-site)

Salary: $100k-$140k bonus

Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Management team at one of the world's largest and most influential financial services institutions, where you will oversee the full lifecycle of trade operations while developing a high‑performing team in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. With broad visibility across the organization and direct interaction with key internal and external partners, you'll drive critical processes from precise order entry through settlement, applying deep knowledge of financial instruments to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and manage cash and asset movements with strategic insight. The ideal candidate brings experience leveraging digital tools to streamline workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen data‑driven decision making within trade operations, making this role a unique chance to shape innovative practices and contribute meaningfully to a global industry leader.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Manage the full lifecycle of trade operations, ensuring that orders are entered, executed, and settled accurately and in accordance with established procedures and controls.
• Guide and develop a varied team, promoting a work environment centered on ongoing improvement and forward‑thinking operational practices.
• Apply deep understanding of financial instruments to oversee cash and asset movements, spotting patterns and potential areas of concern.
• Leverage automation tools and analytical methods to streamline trading workflows, boost operational effectiveness, and support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Collaborate closely with internal partners, using strong communication and presentation abilities to share insights, influence outcomes, and ensure alignment with broader business priorities.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications and skills:

• 6 years of experience in trade operations, including order placement, execution and settlement.
• Deep familiarity with a wide range of financial products, along with the rules, workflows, and regulatory standards that govern them.

• Demonstrate strong leadership capability by guiding diverse teams and cultivating an environment focused on innovation and continuous operational enhancement.
• Experience leveraging digital tools, including AI and machine‑learning capabilities, to enhance efficiency and strengthen decision‑making within trade operations.