Highly Skilled Operations Support Specialist

6 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Sig Susquehanna Full time

Overview of the Role

Sig Susquehanna is a leading 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.

Our team works collaboratively and is driven by the desire to achieve winning results together. As an Operational Desk Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting traders with all administrative tasks and projects pertaining to the daily trading function.

This role requires an understanding of financial instruments especially equities, futures, and equity derivatives, as the successful candidate will be working with experienced traders in the financial sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compile and reconcile trade, transaction, and positions.
  • Prepare and submit delivery instructions for proprietary trading.
  • Assist with maintaining position, P&L, and information exchange.
  • Maintain and manage operational processes as per regulatory framework to ensure exchange compliance.
  • Use algorithmic trading tools under instruction from traders.
  • Update and manage all exchange trading systems, proprietary trading applications, and Excel spreadsheets.
  • Act as liaison between desk traders and other dealers, traders, or brokers and all internal departments.
  • Run appropriate desk projects and initiatives.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • 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.

What's in it for You

  • A competitive salary of $80,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • A private healthcare package and gym allowance.
  • Additonal 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.


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