Trading Operations - Senior Associate
Arena is looking to expand the global Operations Team through the addition of a Senior Associate of Trading Operations to provide unparalleled support to the firms Corporate Securities business lines. In this role, this individual will oversee all aspects of the life cycle of tradeable securities across global markets. The individual will also work closely with all departments of the firm... including c-suite executives. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, resourceful, and have excellent communication skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Organize and lead initial investment discussions and ensure the firms internal investment pipeline and order management system (OMS) maintain complete, real-time accuracy
Support investment team in the operational aspects related to insurance client portfolios.
Bring a control first mindset to trade management; have an exceptional knowledge of trade capture, post trade reconciliation and controls, asset servicing, and collateral & liquidity management
Produce all daily Exposure and P&L reporting for senior management
Be a player/ coach; this role requires both the critical thinking and leadership skills to both perform all operational aspects of the trade lifecycle, and simultaneously scale a team around all key functions
Work as part of a global Operations team to provide high quality coverage to all trading desks, across time zones
Coordinate with the firms global custodians, dealers, and prime brokers to launch new accounts, implement controls to minimize errors, and improve daily processing workflows
Support the addition of new global custodians, trading counterparts, deal sources, financing lines, and joint venture relationships
Set up new accounts and entities with the firms fund administrator
Work closely with the team to monitor, record and reconcile cash inflows and outflows from new and existing investments
Support secondary market bank debt trading, closing, and settlement across a range of high touch markets
Assist with internal data integrity analysis
Promote and sponsor ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications:
The individual will have demonstrated an ability to work in fast-paced, performance-driven environment with an ability to think broadly about the business, incorporating continual improvement of processes and procedures with a goal of excellence while focusing on accuracy and efficiency.
Bachelors degree from a top university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g., finance, economics, accounting)
5-7+ years of direct experience at a securities or buy side investment firm
Experience with fixed income securities including U.S. government bonds, agency-backed residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS), and private label commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) and secondary market syndicated Bank Debt.
Experience with credit derivatives; CDS, IR Swaps and Options (OTC and Cleared)
Excellent Microsoft Excel skillset (VBA, or other automation experience a plus)
Experience with risk, settlements, or trading assistant functions
Experience interacting with Prime Brokers, Custodians, and OTC Counterparties
Experience implementing strategic, scalable solutions to foster Front Office business growth
Experience working with large data sets; an understanding of data hierarchy
The highest level of personal integrity and ethical standards
A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to work collaboratively across the organization
Ability to communicate at a high level
Strong attention to detail
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Organize and lead initial investment discussions and ensure the firms internal investment pipeline and order management system (OMS) maintain complete, real-time accuracy
Support investment team in the operational aspects related to insurance client portfolios.
Bring a control first mindset to trade management; have an exceptional knowledge of trade capture, post trade reconciliation and controls, asset servicing, and collateral & liquidity management
Produce all daily Exposure and P&L reporting for senior management
Be a player/ coach; this role requires both the critical thinking and leadership skills to both perform all operational aspects of the trade lifecycle, and simultaneously scale a team around all key functions
Work as part of a global Operations team to provide high quality coverage to all trading desks, across time zones
Coordinate with the firms global custodians, dealers, and prime brokers to launch new accounts, implement controls to minimize errors, and improve daily processing workflows
Support the addition of new global custodians, trading counterparts, deal sources, financing lines, and joint venture relationships
Set up new accounts and entities with the firms fund administrator
Work closely with the team to monitor, record and reconcile cash inflows and outflows from new and existing investments
Support secondary market bank debt trading, closing, and settlement across a range of high touch markets
Assist with internal data integrity analysis
Promote and sponsor ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications:
The individual will have demonstrated an ability to work in fast-paced, performance-driven environment with an ability to think broadly about the business, incorporating continual improvement of processes and procedures with a goal of excellence while focusing on accuracy and efficiency.
Bachelors degree from a top university, ideally in a quantitative area (e.g., finance, economics, accounting)
5-7+ years of direct experience at a securities or buy side investment firm
Experience with fixed income securities including U.S. government bonds, agency-backed residential mortgage-backed securities (RMBS), and private label commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) and secondary market syndicated Bank Debt.
Experience with credit derivatives; CDS, IR Swaps and Options (OTC and Cleared)
Excellent Microsoft Excel skillset (VBA, or other automation experience a plus)
Experience with risk, settlements, or trading assistant functions
Experience interacting with Prime Brokers, Custodians, and OTC Counterparties
Experience implementing strategic, scalable solutions to foster Front Office business growth
Experience working with large data sets; an understanding of data hierarchy
The highest level of personal integrity and ethical standards
A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a desire to work collaboratively across the organization
Ability to communicate at a high level
Strong attention to detail
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources
Apply Now