Head of Operations (Trading)

📍 Hong Kong
💼 Full-time

The Opportunity:

Our client is a top-tier quantitative trading firm in Hong Kong that is seeking an experienced Head of Operations to lead their global trading operations. This is a critical leadership role with the responsibility of ensuring the highest levels of operational excellence and risk management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operational Oversight: Manage all aspects of trading operations, including trade lifecycle management, settlement, and reconciliation.
  • Risk Management: Establish and maintain robust operational risk management frameworks to ensure the stability and integrity of the trading platform.
  • Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and optimize operational processes and systems for efficiency and scalability.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with trading, technology, and compliance teams to ensure a unified approach to trading operations.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure full compliance with all local and international regulations related to trading operations.

What We’re Looking For

  • Extensive experience in trading operations leadership within a high-frequency or quantitative trading environment.
  • Deep expertise in trade lifecycle management, settlement, and reconciliation.
  • Strong background in operational risk management and process optimization.
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • In-depth knowledge of global trading regulations.

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