What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trader position at Vident Asset Management?
Vident Asset Management is a specialized exposure and solutions provider partnering with clients to help them assess new opportunities and bring their investment ideas to life. Founded in 2013, Vident boasts a unique portfolio of ETFs, serves as a trusted sub-advisor within the ETF industry, specializes in crafting bespoke indexes and models, and supports a robust SMA platform. We traditionally partner with institutional investors, asset managers, and the wealth management firms.
We take pride in catering to all markets, regardless of investment views or values. At Vident, we are in search of an experienced and high-integrity Trader. As a Trader, you will play a crucial role in executing investment transactions and supporting portfolio managers in achieving their investment objectives. Vident manages portfolios across asset classes, but expertise in trading derivatives, including options, will be preferred. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure smooth operations, monitor market trends, and identify opportunities for optimizing trading processes. Your responsibilities will include trade monitoring, engagement with ETF market makers, producing reports, mitigating trade risk, supporting new business initiatives, and addressing any assigned tasks by your manager. With your expertise in trading and market analysis, you will contribute to the overall success of the investment team.
Qualifications:
- Comprehensive knowledge of trading and how that relates to portfolio management and investment operations, with 4 or more years of practical experience
- Experience with domestic and international trade settlement and reconciliation processes
- Experience trading or managing portfolios with options
- Excellent Excel knowledge and strong programming skills, including Python
- Ability to multi=task and prioritize while producing high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to discreetly handle confidential data
- Strong organizational skills and proactive planning, with an ability to respond to urgent requests
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field
- Registered Investment Advisor and ETF experience
- Familiarity with Bloomberg, AIM, Orion or other portfolio management systems
What we offer:
- Competitive base salary plus bonus
- PTO plus 10 paid holidays
- Flexible Working Benefits
- Daily Paid Lunch for Onsite Employees
- Onsite Gym Discount
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits immediate availability
- Short and Long Term Disability
- IRA with 3% Match