About us
Trading 212 is one of Europe's fastest-growing investment platforms, offering commission-free investing in stocks, ETFs, and derivatives to millions of customers worldwide. As we expand into Australia, we're building our APAC operations from the ground up - and we want the right people to build it with us.
Role Overview
This is a ground-floor opportunity for an experienced derivatives professional to join Trading 212 Australia. As Senior Operations Analyst, you'll be a subject-matter expert across CFDs and exchange-traded options - working directly with clients, monitoring positions, producing regulatory reporting, and playing an active role in shaping the Australian business.
What you'll do
Serve as the primary point of contact for client queries relating to CFD trades, positions, margin, and account activity
Monitor live client CFD and exchange-traded options positions across markets and asset classes, escalating risks where needed
Support daily reconciliation of client positions and manage corporate actions affecting open derivative positions
Prepare daily, and monthly position and exposure reports for management and regulatory purposes
Contribute to ASIC regulatory reporting obligations, including trade reporting where applicable
Monitor liquidity, funding levels, and margin utilisation, liaising with UK Treasury and Risk teams
Support the build-out of Trading 212's Australian derivatives offering across product, process, and systems
Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and enhance the client experience
What you need to have
3–5 years of experience in a derivatives-focused role at a brokerage, investment bank, or similar institution
Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
Strong expertise in CFDs, including product mechanics, client margining, and risk management
Solid knowledge of exchange-traded options across equities, indices, commodities, and/or FX
Experience in trade and position monitoring with a strong grasp of real-time risk management
Ability to communicate complex derivative concepts clearly to clients
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and/or reporting tools (Tableau, Power BI, or similar)
Nice to have
Familiarity with ASIC requirements, the AFSL framework, and product disclosure obligations
Experience in a start-up or greenfield market-entry environment
RG146 accreditation in Derivatives
What we offer
A rare opportunity to shape a newly established operation within a high-growth global fintech
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Hybrid working in Sydney
A fast-moving culture that values expertise, initiative, and ownership
The backing of an established European fintech with global infrastructure
Are you ready to accelerate your career with us? We'd love to hear from you!
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Skills Required
- 3-5 years of experience in a derivatives-focused role
- Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, Commerce, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline
- Demonstrable expertise in Contracts for Difference (CFDs) including product mechanics, client margining, and risk management
- Solid working knowledge of exchange-traded options
- Experience in trade and position monitoring
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and/or reporting tools
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced trading environment
- Familiarity with ASIC regulatory requirements
- RG146 accreditation in Derivatives
What We Do
Our mission is to enable everyone to build wealth. We reinvent how trading and investing work by creating exceptional products people love. Trading 212 is built with passion by highly driven people who strive for excellence and value freedom. Over the past few years, our client base has grown 20 times to over 2 million, and client assets have grown over 50 times to over €3 billion. Trading 212 was founded in 2003 with one simple idea - to make the financial markets accessible to everyone. From day one, we've been focused on building a great user experience through advanced technology. From the first truly dynamic web apps, to the mobile revolution, we've been at the forefront of every technological wave with the sole purpose of democratising the financial markets. Software engineering and product design are at the heart of what we do. Trading 212 is licensed and regulated by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (No. 398/21). When investing, your capital is at risk.
