Trading Operations Lead (Cincinnati)

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The Associate VP, Trading Operations, is responsible for leading the firm's trading functions across all service lines and investment vehicles. This includes day-to-day oversight of trading, model management and ownership of all steps involved in the lifecycle of a non-liquid trade.

What You’ll Do / Position Responsibilities

Trade Operations & Execution

• Oversee trade execution of the firm, including the coordination with custodians and operations analysts to ensure timely and accurate settlement.
• Translate portfolio management decisions into executable transactions across the lifecycle of the trades.
• Oversee daily cash inflow reporting and implement process enhancements so all interested parties receive appropriate information for trading activity.
• Collaborate with Advisor teams on non-discretionary trading needs.

Trade Analytics & Framework

• Work closely with Portfolio Management and Advisors to implement model portfolios in Black Diamond and oversee the trading activities associated with model changes.
• Create reports and communicate relevant findings to management on trading activities.

Trade Expertise & Mentorship

• Continued professional development on trading, investment operations and technical platforms.
• Mentor and train Operations analysts associated with the trading platform.

What We Expect / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related discipline.
• 8-12+ years of experience in trading, investment operations, or financial-technology platform management.
• Vast experience with portfolio accounting platforms; knowledge of Black Diamond or Tamarac preferred.
• Knowledge of alternative investments (private capital and hedge fund structures).
• Strong understanding of valuation processes, transaction lifecycle, security master data, and portfolio operations.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to partner with Investments, Operations, Compliance, Technology, and client-facing teams.

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