Trading Operations Specialist

About the role

This role centers on managing the daily operations of a multi-billion dollar investment firm's crypto and digital asset trading. Responsibilities include overseeing custody and staking activities, managing token flows, and coordinating validators. The specialist will also handle trade execution, settlement, and reconciliation across both decentralized and centralized exchanges, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all processes.

A key aspect of the position involves liquidity and cash management, which includes real-time collateral monitoring, forecasting, and optimizing margins. The specialist will also be instrumental in designing and improving the firm's internal operational infrastructure, focusing on order routing, margin management, and data reporting pipelines. This work aims to enhance existing systems and support the firm's evolving trading needs.

Success in this role requires close collaboration with various internal teams, including engineering, front office trading, middle office risk, compliance, and senior management. The specialist will work to align operational processes with the firm's overall strategy, contributing to the efficiency and robustness of the trading environment within a leading global investment firm specializing in digital assets.

The listed salary range for this full-time remote position is between $200,000 and $275,000, with the final figure depending on the candidate's experience.

Skills that matter here

• trading operations: This role requires experience in managing daily trading activities and infrastructure.
• trade operations: The specialist will handle the execution, settlement, and reconciliation of trades.
• trading execution: This involves managing the practical aspects of trade placement and completion.
• financial markets operations: The role demands a strong understanding of how financial markets function operationally.
• trading technology infrastructure: The specialist will work with and enhance the systems that support trading activities.
• cryptocurrency, digital assets, or alternative investments: Experience in these specific asset classes is highly valued for managing the firm's portfolio.

Who this role suits

• Someone with at least three years of experience in trading or trade operations within a financial institution.
• An individual who understands financial market operations and trading technology infrastructure.
• A professional who can collaborate effectively with diverse teams, including engineering and compliance.
• A candidate who is adept at managing complex operational workflows and improving existing systems.

From the employer

• Oversee day-to-day custody and staking operations (DEX, CEX), including token flows, validator coordination, and lifecycle management.
• Manage trade execution, settlement, and reconciliation across DEX and CEX, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Handle liquidity and cash management, including real-time collateral monitoring, forecasting, and margin optimization.
• Design and enhance internal operational infrastructure to improve existing order routing, margin management, and data/reporting pipelines.
• Work cross-functionally with trading, compliance, finance, and engineering teams to align processes with firm-wide strategy.

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in trading operations, trade operations, or trading execution within a high-performing investment or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets operations and trading technology infrastructure.
• Experience in cryptocurrency, digital assets, or alternative investments is highly preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.

• Competitive salary (range flexible based on experience).
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-evolving industry.