DRW

Operations Analyst

DRW  •  London, GB (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

DRW is a diversified trading firm with over 3 decades of experience bringing sophisticated technology and exceptional people together to operate in markets around the world. We value autonomy and the ability to quickly pivot to capture opportunities, so we operate using our own capital and trading at our own risk.

Headquartered in Chicago with offices throughout the U.S., Canada, Europe, and Asia, we trade a variety of asset classes including Fixed Income, ETFs, Equities, FX, Commodities and Energy across all major global markets. We have also leveraged our expertise and technology to expand into three non-traditional strategies: real estate, venture capital and cryptoassets.

We operate with respect, curiosity and open minds. The people who thrive here share our belief that it’s not just what we do that matters–it's how we do it. DRW is a place of high expectations, integrity, innovation and a willingness to challenge consensus.

As an Operations Analyst in our London office, you’ll help manage the day-to-day operations of our cryptoasset trading business. You will work closely with a variety of internal teams and external counterparties and exchanges to efficiently manage daily workflows and continually refine operational procedures.

What you’ll do:

  • Provide operational support for cryptoasset trading business, with an emphasis on optimizing reconciliation and post-trade settlement procedures
  • Monitor pending settlements and liaise with counterparties and exchanges as needed to reduce settlement risk
  • Collaborate with internal cash management and operations teams to maintain optimal cash reserves for settlements and platform funding
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement, technology upgrades and automation
  • Utilize technology skills (Excel, VBA, Python or other programming background) to automate operational processes and perform analysis on large data sets
  • Provide timely response to counterparty inquiries and requests for settlement information
  • Provide additional administrative support to the team as needed

What we’re looking for:

  • 2 - 7 years previous experience working within a trading operations environment
  • Very strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
  • Prior settlements and/or trading reconciliation experience; previous experience with Cryptoassets preferred
  • Proficiency in Excel (VBA experience a big plus); previous experience working with other tools and/or programming languages for automation and process improvement also highly preferred
  • Experience dealing with money transfers/wires and banking platforms with an ability to understand and minimize costs related to overnight funding
  • Solid understanding of financial product clearing and settlement processes
  • Previous experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
  • High sense of urgency and dedication to efficiency
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks and projects autonomously
  • Ability to provide support in off hours, as needed, to ensure operational continuity in a 24/7 business
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Bachelor’s degree

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About DRW

At DRW, we identify and capture trading and investment opportunities globally. What sets us apart is our diversified approach—trading across many asset classes and instruments, in markets around the world, with horizons from seconds to years. We succeed by leveraging technology, research and risk management.

We offer the best of both worlds: the opportunity and spirit of a startup and the benefits and stability of an established, experienced firm. Our employees work hard to solve interesting problems, and their results are rewarded. We value continuous learning—from our outcomes, from the environment and from each other. It’s a place of high expectations, deep curiosity, and constant collaboration, with some of the smartest, most passionate people you’ll meet.

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Chez DRW, nous identifions et saisissons les opportunités de négociation et d'investissement au niveau mondial. Ce qui nous différencie, c'est notre approche diversifiée : nous négocions sur de nombreuses classes d'actifs et d'instruments, sur des marchés du monde entier, avec des horizons allant de quelques secondes à plusieurs années. Nous réussissons en nous appuyant sur la technologie, la recherche et la gestion des risques. Nous offrons le meilleur des deux mondes: les opportunités et l'ésprit d’une entreprise en démarrage, et les avantages et la stabilité d'une entreprise établie et expérimentée. Nos employés travaillent dur pour résoudre des problèmes intéressants et leurs résultats sont récompensés. Nous valorisons l'apprentissage continu – de nos résultats, de l’environnement et de chacun de nous. C’est un lieu où les attentes sont élevées, la curiosité est profonde et la collaboration est constante, et où l’on retrouve quelques-uns des individus les plus intelligents et les plus passionnés que vous puissiez rencontrer.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
drw.com
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