Operations Roles - Expressions of Interest

<h2>&nbsp;</h2> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="3:1-3:15;39-53">About Us 👋</h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="4:1-4:255;54-308">Life Trading Pty Ltd is a growing proprietary trading company with offices in Australia and the UK. We are driven by a mission to achieve success in trading by combining disciplined execution with innovative technology and strong operational foundations.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="6:1-6:161;310-470">Our culture is relaxed and high-performing, built on trust, accountability, and respect. We believe in doing great work while maintaining balance outside of it.</p> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="8:1-8:21;472-492">About the Role 💡</h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="9:1-9:227;493-719">Operations is the backbone of the firm. It spans everything that keeps trading supported, the business controlled, and the workplace running, from trade operations and risk through to finance, people, and business development.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="11:1-11:378;721-1098">This is an Expression of Interest. By registering, you're putting yourself forward for current and upcoming Operations roles across the function. We review every submission and reach out when there's a fit, whether that's now or as the business grows. When you apply, you'll be able to tell us which area you're most interested in, so we can match you to the right opportunity.</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="13:1-13:242;1100-1341">These are hands-on roles best suited to people who are accurate, organised, and enjoy variety and ownership in their work. As the business continues to grow, there are real opportunities for these roles to expand in scope and responsibility.</p> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="15:1-15:35;1343-1377">Your Mission at Life Trading 🎯</h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="16:1-16:35;1378-1412">Depending on your area, you might:</p> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="18:1-18:24;1414-1437"><strong>Trading Operations:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="20:1-22:57;1439-1651"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="20:1-20:79;1439-1517">Support daily trade capture, validation, settlement, and the trade lifecycle</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="21:1-21:77;1518-1594">Reconcile cash, positions, and P&amp;L across brokers, exchanges, and clearers</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="22:1-22:57;1595-1651">Investigate and resolve trade breaks and discrepancies</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="24:1-24:37;1653-1689"><strong>Risk, Compliance &amp; Surveillance:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="26:1-28:66;1691-1900"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="26:1-26:66;1691-1756">Monitor risk and exposure against limits, and escalate breaches</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="27:1-27:78;1757-1834">Support compliance monitoring, regulatory obligations, and policy adherence</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="28:1-28:66;1835-1900">Assist with trade surveillance and the firm's control framework</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="30:1-30:13;1902-1914"><strong>Finance:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="32:1-33:72;1916-2070"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="32:1-32:83;1916-1998">Support month-end close, management reporting, and day-to-day finance operations</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="33:1-33:72;1999-2070">Assist with payments, expense reconciliation, and financial reporting</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="35:1-35:24;2072-2095"><strong>HR &amp; Workplace:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="37:1-38:82;2097-2268"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="37:1-37:90;2097-2186">Support HR and people operations across the employee lifecycle, onboarding, and records</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="38:1-38:82;2187-2268">Help run the office day to day and create a welcoming, well-organised workplace</li> </ul> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="40:1-40:47;2270-2316"><strong>Business Development &amp; Broader Operations:</strong></p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="42:1-43:75;2318-2466"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="42:1-42:74;2318-2391">Support business development, partnerships, and relationship management</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="43:1-43:75;2392-2466">Provide broad operational and administrative support across the business</li> </ul> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="45:1-45:29;2468-2496">What We're Looking For 👀</h2> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="46:1-52:68;2497-2933"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="46:1-46:70;2497-2566">Strong numeracy and a high bar for accuracy and attention to detail</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="47:1-47:55;2567-2621">A methodical, organised, and process-driven approach</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="48:1-48:41;2622-2662">Clear written and verbal communication</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="49:1-49:64;2663-2726">Comfort working with data, spreadsheets, and business systems</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="50:1-50:77;2727-2803">Ability to work independently, take initiative, and stay calm to deadlines</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="51:1-51:62;2804-2865">Sound judgement, discretion, and a controls-minded approach</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="52:1-52:68;2866-2933">Adaptability and a willingness to work across different functions</li> </ul> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="54:1-54:22;2935-2956">Bonus Points For ✅</h2> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="55:1-59:63;2957-3390"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="55:1-55:135;2957-3091">Experience in a relevant area, such as trading operations, risk, compliance, finance, HR, office management, or business development</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="56:1-56:68;3092-3159">Exposure to trading, financial services, or professional services</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="57:1-57:105;3160-3264">Understanding of the trade lifecycle, reconciliations, or regulatory environments (for relevant roles)</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="58:1-58:63;3265-3327">Familiarity with systems such as HiBob, NetSuite, or similar</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="59:1-59:63;3328-3390">Experience in a start-up or fast-paced, high-growth business</li> </ul> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="61:1-61:27;3392-3418">A Bit About the Team 🤝</h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="62:1-62:328;3419-3746">You'll be joining a collaborative Operations team that spans trading operations, risk, compliance, surveillance, finance, people, and business development, and works closely across the entire business. The environment is fast-paced but low-ego, with a strong focus on accuracy, ownership, and keeping the firm running smoothly.</p> <h2 class="text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold" data-sourcepos="64:1-64:15;3748-3762">Benefits 🎉</h2> <p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal" data-sourcepos="65:1-65:85;3763-3847">At Life Trading, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset. We offer:</p> <ul class="[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3" data-sourcepos="67:1-75:74;3849-4484"> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="67:1-67:70;3849-3918"><strong>Competitive Salary:</strong> Reflecting your experience and contribution</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="68:1-68:73;3919-3991"><strong>Flat Structure:</strong> Open communication and real ownership from day one</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="69:1-69:71;3992-4062"><strong>Work-Life Balance:</strong> Supportive and collaborative team environment</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="70:1-70:81;4063-4143"><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing:</strong> Access to wellbeing initiatives and support programmes</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="71:1-71:66;4144-4209"><strong>Anniversary Leave:</strong> Additional leave to celebrate milestones</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="72:1-72:63;4210-4272"><strong>Social Events:</strong> Team lunches, socials, and company events</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="73:1-73:56;4273-4328"><strong>Paid Parental Leave:</strong> Support for growing families</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="74:1-74:82;4329-4410"><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Opportunities to learn and grow with the business</li> <li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2" data-sourcepos="75:1-75:74;4411-4484"><strong>Employee Recognition:</strong> Celebrating individual and team contributions</li> </ul> <p>Not seeing a specific operations role advertised? Register your interest here and we'll be in touch when an opportunity that suits you comes up.</p>