Market Operations Specialist

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets.  United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

Ready to be part of the action?

The Market Operations specialist will work with the AlphaX US team to provide specialized, experienced trading and technology support to our US Equities clients in a trade floor environment, while supporting the effective operation of the trading platform.  This is a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of the US equity markets where you will have the opportunity to develop your experience, build valuable relationships, and be at the center of the company’s growth.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the onboarding of new clients, including the set-up, administration of participating organizations and technology vendors

• Support clients with their market access needs, including certifying client technology and troubleshooting requests related complex trading and/or technical issues, and setting / supporting client configuration changes

• Support the effective operation of our core US equities production trading enterprise by; servicing cancel order and trade requests, system health monitoring, conduct exception report reviews, clearing support, and monitor auctions/rotations

• Key member of our US equities contact center, providing world class level one support to a wide range of clients from traders and technology professionals, to business leaders and back offices

• Engage in the business requirements, client readiness and user acceptance testing process for new equities trading corporate and operational deliverables

• Integral part of the delivery of all Business Continuity, Incident Management and Disaster Recovery plans

Must haves:

• 1-5 years of comparable experience in securities related or trading/technology support roles

• Series 99 License Preferred (if not registered, will need to acquire license quickly to perform all duties of the role)

• Experienced with FIX and Binary protocol

• A friendly, professional demeanor and ability to excel in a trading floor/team-oriented environment

• Passionate about the client experience with a problem solving mindset

• Action oriented, quick to learn and grasp new technology and concepts

• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Strong technical and analytical skills

Note: The position is hybrid 3 days in the New York office

Salary Range: $100,000/year - $120,000/year USD Please note that the Salary Range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.