Trading Operations Specialist (Malta)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deploy and execute the company's trading strategy effectively, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
• Have access to and oversee the implementation of the kill switch to manage and mitigate trading risks promptly
• Lead a first-line team responsible for owning and managing trading risks, including stress testing algorithms and monitoring trade executions
• Conduct pre-trade reviews to assess and approve trading strategies and positions before execution
• Monitor trades in real-time and review open positions to make informed decisions and adjustments as needed
• Raise red flags to the CEO, compliance team, and relevant stakeholders for immediate action and resolution
• Liaise with regulators on compliance matters where necessary
• Collaborate with the trading desk to ensure smooth and efficient trading operations while adhering to risk management protocols

What We Look For In You:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
• 5+ years of proven experience in trading operations, risk management, and market surveillance within the financial industry
• Strong understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, risk metrics, and market dynamics
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and manage trading risks in real-time
• Proficiency in using trading platforms, automated monitoring tools, and risk management software
• Effective communication and decision-making skills to lead and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Why Should You Join Our Team?

• Work at the intersection of algorithmic trading and regulated European markets (MiFID lice