Operations Analyst – The Quanta Exchange

Position: Operations Analyst

Job Description

Quanta Exchange is looking for an analyst to act as a central part of the Quanta Exchange operations team, assisting in daily market operations, compliance with regulatory requirements, project management, and product development. An analyst for Quanta should have excellent communication, analysis, technology and administrative skills. This is an in-office position in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

Market Operations

Provide day-to-day support of exchange operations tasks, including trading and settlement processes

Complete daily market data and analysis reports

Maintain client files and client database

Manage various operations projects

Provide excellent customer service to current and prospective customers

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure adherence to all applicable regulations, including those set forth by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

Assist Operations Manager with any compliance investigations or regulatory requests

Project Management

Project manage key initiatives, coordinating and liaising across the firm

Assist the Project Management lead in overseeing project management across the firm

Assemble status updates to be provided to senior management

Product Development / Research

Execute market research on new and existing product offerings

Assist in data aggregation and analysis, including identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency solutions

Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required; Finance, math, or statistics-related degree preferred

Minimum of 3+ years of related work experience in financial services. Experience in derivatives trading or at an exchange or FCM a plus.

Skills and Competencies

Interest in derivative markets is a must

Process improvement mindset, supporting best in class processes

Strong attention to detail with the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

Ability to proactively identify what needs to be accomplished and take action

Ability to work both independently and in a team

Excellent computer skills including a high proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software

Advanced Excel and data management skills

Preferred Attributes

Experience with Python & SQL preferred

Benefits

Quanta Exchange offers a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Salary of $70,000-$90,000 per year Depending on Experience + Equity opportunity

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Salary Range

$70,000

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$90,000

Department

Operations

Location

Chicago

Quanta Exchange is an equal opportunity employer. Quanta Exchange is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.