Trading Operations Analyst

September 18, 2024

Grasshopper Pte Ltd

About Grasshopper
Grasshopper is a prominent technology provider headquartered in Singapore. We uphold core values of honesty, integrity, and teamwork, guiding our future success. Our cutting-edge, in-house technology places us at the forefront of electronic trading advancements.

About the role
As we continue to grow, Grasshopper seeks a Trading Operations Analyst to join the Operations team to play a crucial role in Grasshopper Asset Management's day to day trading activities. This role involves close collaboration with trading teams, middle office, brokers and other relevant counterparties whilst ensuring that our trading desks operate seamlessly and effectively.
Responsibilities:

Work closely with different trading teams to ensure accurate and timely booking of trades, SBL, etc., and exception requests are handled promptly.

Communicate with all counterparties and brokers to manage and facilitate various operations such as trade confirmation, SBL, settlements, reconciliations, corporate actions, cross border/ conversion, etc.

Contribute to developing the new business plan/onboarding and map out the required controls and processes to support the project and deliver the operational services and/or functionalities.

Escalate and resolve operational issues promptly

Perform critical review of existing systems, processes & controls for continuous improvement

Collaborate with the technology team on initiatives to improve processes or systems

Maintain up-to-date procedures of the tasks covered with adherence to the company policies and various exchange rules as appropriate

Requirements:

At least 5+ years’ experience in a similar role

Strong knowledge and understanding of Capital Markets products, including Securities (Equities, Fixed Income, ETFs etc.) and Derivatives (Futures and Options), along with a comprehensive grasp of the trade and settlement life cycle

Proficiency in Python is preferred for process automation/improvement, Excel proficiency is compulsory

Willingness to provide support in the early hours to cover markets such as Australia and Japan

Able to work on Singapore Public Holidays when required (off in lieu will be provided)

Key skills and competencies:

Ability to multi-task and provide support to different trading teams

Attention to detail with high personal standards for accuracy and quality of work produced

Ability to independently follow up on assigned items proactively or determine appropriate steps for timely resolution.

A solid team player with high energy and strong interpersonal skills

Ability to execute complex/or non-standard requests

Able to drive new operational projects and initiatives

As the role will operate in a high-frequency trading environment, a high degree of flexibility is required to accommodate last-minute projects and ad-hoc requests where necessary

What we offer:

21 days annual leave

An opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, fostering mentorship opportunities and personal growth

Comprehensive Insurance Package with extended coverage for dependents

Well stocked pantry

Annual Dental & Wellness budget

Gym membership

Competitive compensation

What you can expect working at Grasshopper:
At Grasshopper, you will be working in a diverse and dynamic environment. With more than 16 nationalities working in an open office, communication is essential to performance. We give employees a high level of autonomy and encourage them to get creative, take risks, make mistakes and learn from them. The sprint is on!
Grasshopper is an equal opportunity employee.