Trading Operations Specialist (Americas)

The role

The Trading Operations Specialist supports algorithmic trading activities. This role involves executing operational checks, real-time monitoring, and timely escalation to ensure smooth and safe trading.

What you will do

• Execute pre- and post-session checks to confirm system readiness and close out procedures
• Monitor intrasession invariants including positions, connectivity, latency, market data consistency, and error rates
• Follow escalation procedures to involve the right people when anomalies arise
• Contribute to continuous improvement of anomaly detection quality, incident reaction times, and communication efficiency
• Keep accurate operational records and logs for auditability and learning

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3 years in trading operations, trade support, or market surveillance
• Solid understanding of how financial markets and trading systems operate
• High attention to detail and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Comfortable following structured procedures while also spotting where they can be improved
• Clear communicator in English

Nice to have

• experience in algo/electronic trading

Benefits

• 40 paid days off
• Competitive salary

About the company

eqvilentjobs is an international team of highly qualified professionals.