Trading Operations Analyst
Role Overview
Trading Operations supports the logistics, mechanics, and back-office workflows that enable Virtu’s trading activities.
The Analyst manages clearance, settlement, and reconciliation for the firm’s trades and positions.
The role works with traders, finance, compliance, brokers, custodians, customers, and software engineers.
No finance experience is necessary, but candidates need a solid technical foundation and a drive toward process improvement.
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About Virtu Financial
Virtu Financial is a technology-driven financial firm providing liquidity and trading solutions to global markets.
The firm operates across more than 19,000 securities, over 235 venues, and 36 countries.
The Role
Trading Operations supports the logistics, mechanics, and back-office workflows that enable Virtu’s trading activities.
The Analyst manages clearance, settlement, and reconciliation for the firm’s trades and positions.
The role works with traders, finance, compliance, brokers, custodians, customers, and software engineers.
No finance experience is necessary, but candidates need a solid technical foundation and a drive toward process improvement.
Core Responsibilities
- Manage clearance, settlement, and reconciliation of all trades and positions.
- Ensure timely settlement, accurate books and records, and avoidance of unanticipated risk.
- Collaborate with internal teams, external brokers, custodians, and firm customers.
- Work with software engineers to automate and strengthen operational workflows.
- Perform data analysis and participate in the architecture of new systems and controls.
Candidate Qualifications
- 1–3 years of professional working experience; graduates will be considered.
- A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field is preferred, including business, finance, economics, or engineering.
- Strong experience with SQL and Python.
- Outstanding quantitative problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate precisely and with agility to internal and external parties.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently and within a team environment.
- Motivation, attention to detail, flexibility, and tenacity are expected.
Selection Process
- Candidates who pass application screening will receive an online programming test through HackerRank.
Compensation
- The stated salary range is $125,000–$140,000, excluding bonuses, benefits, and other compensation.
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