Specialist, Execution Services

This is a second-shift position designed to support 24/5 global trading operations, offering flexible trading hours and shift schedules. The role is based in Chicago on a hybrid schedule, working from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT. You'll work closely with the team, market venues, and market makers, handling real-time risk monitoring and operational troubleshooting. Your role will require consistent execution of firm policies and adherence to SEC and FINRA regulations.

Responsibilities

Execute Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs) to ensure compliance with SEC and FINRA regulations (e.g., SEC 15c3-5 Market Access Rule & FINRA Rule 5310 Best Execution and Interpositioning); Monitor equity trading systems, algorithmic controls, and alert frameworks for signs of disorderly trading; Escalate issues as needed across trading desks, support, business management, and second-line risk functions; Support trade operations across asset classes (equities, options, Fixed Income) globally; Conduct daily real-time monitoring of proprietary order management systems and escalate and coordinate responses to disruptions and provide solutions; Provide client-facing support for FIX connectivity, including session monitoring, root cause analysis, and post-mortems; Coordinate technical onboarding for institutional clients, including FIX config, OMS/EMS integrations, and production testing; Resolve trade discrepancies, manage post-trade allocations, and oversee operational risk events related to client order flow; Support projects tied to internal OMS migration, risk reduction, and trading platform modernization

Requirements

3 - 5 years of experience in broker-dealer operations or electronic trading support, ideally across global markets; FINRA Series 7, 57, and 63 licenses (required); Understanding of brokerage operations, electronic execution workflows, and trading infrastructure; Understanding of brokerage operations, trading systems, and electronic execution workflows; Hands-on experience with FIX protocol, algo trading controls, and client; Excel, SQL, and Python; able to investigate data issues, support connectivity, and script automations; Experience with Unix/Linux command line, JIRA, and OMS/EMS platforms (e.g., Eze, Fidessa); Strong project management and cross-functional coordination experience, with client-facing capabilities; Communicate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences; Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work independently; Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Benefits

Competitive compensation; equity; 401(k) match; Medical insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Disability insurance; Paid Parental Leave; wellness reimbursement; company-provided phone; personal development allowance; generous Paid Time Off (PTO); observed holidays; base, bonus, and heavily subsidized benefits and perks