Operational Desk Assistant

4 months ago

Sydney, Australia Susquehanna International Group Full time

About SIG

SIG is a quantitative trading firm founded by a group of friends who share a passion for strategic games and optimal decision making. We have incorporated this approach into our culture, where you will find relentless problem solvers in trading, technology, and research. From offices around the world, our employees work collaboratively and are driven by the desire to achieve winning results together.

What we do

The Operations team is critical to our trading effort. We reconcile information and ideas in way that are accurate, controlled, and efficient. There are many tough issues to solve, and we are therefore looking for exceptional, smart people who can operate in our fast paced and collaborative arena.

As an Operational Desk Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting traders with all administrative tasks and projects pertaining to the daily trading function. You will act as liaison between desk traders and other dealers, traders, or brokers when it comes to executing orders per the request of traders. Traders will depend on your assistance for maintaining trade positions, profit, and loss (P&L) reports, and information exchange. This role will give you the opportunity to enter the dynamic environment of trading with a team of knowledgeable professionals.

What you’ll do
- Compile/reconcile trade, transaction, and positions.
- Prepare and submit delivery instructions for proprietary trading.
- Assist with maintaining position, P&L and information exchange.
- Maintaining and managing operational processes as per regulatory framework to ensure exchange compliance.
- Use of algorithmic trading tools under instruction from traders.
- Act as liaison between desk traders and other dealers, traders or brokers and all internal departments.
- Run appropriate desk projects and initiatives.
- Committed to innovation with a strong interest in learning and working with new technologies.

**What we're looking for**
- Demonstratable experience in the financial markets arena and completion of finance/investment related coursework is preferred.
- In-depth knowledge of options, equity, and equity derivatives.
- Worked with Bloomberg and proficient in Excel.
- Ability to build strong and positive relationships across all stakeholders and support the trading floor as needed.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to promote new ideas and solutions.
- Confidence to escalate issues and be proactive to drive changes.
- Works well with an established team and can build strong relationships with team members.
- Maintaining strong organisational skills and meticulous record-keeping as well as fostering efficiency and accuracy to complete tasks and follow process.
- Ability to prioritise based on materiality and risk considerations.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and systems.
- Analytical mindset when tackling issues.
- Detail oriented; ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-moving, highly intellectual environment.
- Must be a self-starter, a quick learner, and resourceful in solving problems.
- Reliable and flexible team player with a positive demeanour
- Working knowledge of VBA, python and SQL will be highly regarded.

What's in it for you
- Our flat hierarchy enables you to drive meaningful impact, by leveraging your expertise and taking ownership.
- Private healthcare and gym allowances, plus wellness initiatives.
- Additional leave entitlements including marriage leave and 2 bonus days annually.
- Fully stocked kitchen - daily breakfast and lunch.
- Regular social, sporting and community events including annual poker tournament.
- Matched donations and corporate discounts.
- Explore our benefits and culture: link

Equal Opportunity Statement

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