Trading Operations Specialist (Malta)

The role

The Trading Operations Specialist executes trading strategies and manages trading risks. This role involves overseeing pre-trade, live, and post-trade monitoring and stress testing algorithms.

What you will do

• Oversee the implementation of the kill switch to manage trading risks
• Lead a first-line team responsible for managing trading risks
• Stress test algorithms and monitor trade executions
• Review and approve new algorithms, parameters, and risk limits
• Monitor trades in real-time and review open positions
• Raise red flags to the CEO, compliance team, and stakeholders
• Liaise with regulators on compliance matters
• Collaborate with the trading desk to ensure efficient operations

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
• 5+ years of proven experience in trading operations, risk management, and market surveillance within the financial industry
• Strong understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, risk metrics, and market dynamics
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and manage trading risks in real-time
• Proficiency in using trading platforms, automated monitoring tools, and risk management software
• Effective communication and decision-making skills

Benefits

• International team of highly qualified professionals
• Cutting-edge hardware and technology
• 40 paid days off
• Competitive salary

Before you apply

• Relocation to Malta is required

About the company

eqvilentjobs is an international team of highly qualified professionals.