Trading Operations Specialist (Malta)

<div class="jobDescription"> <div class="jobCell__right" style="line-height: 1.4;"> <p style="line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We are seeking an experienced <strong>Trading Operations Specialist</strong> to assist the company in executing trading strategies and ensuring the effective risk management of trading activities. This role involves overseeing pre-trade, live, and post-trade monitoring, stress testing algorithms, implementing kill functionality, monitoring market abuse, and raising red flags to senior management and compliance as necessary</span></p> <hr></div> </div> <div class="jobCell" style="line-height: 1.4;"> <p class="jobCell__left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What You’ll Be Doing:</strong></span></p> <ul class="jobCell__right"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Deploy and execute the company's trading strategy effectively, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Have access to and oversee the implementation of the kill switch to manage and mitigate trading risks promptly </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead a first-line team responsible for owning and managing trading risks, including stress testing algorithms and monitoring trade executions </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Conduct pre-trade reviews to assess and approve trading strategies and positions before execution </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor trades in real-time and review open positions to make informed decisions and adjustments as needed </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Raise red flags to the CEO, compliance team, and relevant stakeholders for immediate action and resolution </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Liaise with regulators on compliance matters where necessary </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate with the trading desk to ensure smooth and efficient trading operations while adhering to risk management protocols</span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="jobCell" style="line-height: 1.4;"> <p class="jobCell__left"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What We Look For In You:</strong></span></p> <ul class="jobCell__right"> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of proven experience in trading operations, risk management, and market surveillance within the financial industry </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, risk metrics, and market dynamics </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and manage trading risks in real-time </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Proficiency in using trading platforms, automated monitoring tools, and risk management software </span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Effective communication and decision-making skills to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)</span></li> </ul> </div> <div class="jobCell"> <p class="jobCell__left" style="line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Why Should You Join Our Team?</strong></span></p> <ul class="jobCell__right"> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Work at the intersection of algorithmic trading and regulated European markets (MiFID license)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Join an international team of highly qualified professionals</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Cutting-edge hardware and technology</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;"><em><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Onsite work at our Malta office with flexible office visits or relocation to Malta is required</span></strong></em></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Access any of our global offices anytime</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Flexible schedule</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">40 paid days off</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Competitive salary</span></li> </ul> </div>