Market Operations Analyst (All Experienced Levels)

Job description

The Texas Stock Exchange is hiring a Market Operations Analyst in our Dallas offices. This position is responsible for supporting day-to-day operational activities across multiple functions of a national securities exchange. The role includes both technical and non-technical trading and listing support, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, coordinating clearing services, and continuing development and improvement of client service as the business grows. The ideal candidate will possess industry knowledge, analytical capabilities, and excellent communication skills. ### Trade Support and Operations - Monitor daily trading activities to ensure accurate and efficient order execution. - Investigate and resolve trade issues promptly, working closely with internal teams and external participants (e.g., broker-dealers, clearing firms). - Assist customers with certification testing of order entry protocols. - Provides user training on system and new functionality and responds to user queries. - Communicates client requirements to operational teams and subcontractors. - Help identify potential process improvements and contribute ideas to enhance workflow efficiency. ### Clearing & Settlement Support - Ensure smooth post-trade processes. - Identify and resolve clearing and settlement issues, communicating effectively with relevant parties. - Coordinate the implementation of new clearing initiatives or technologies as needed. ### Professional Experience - 1-10+ years of relevant experience in securities exchange operations, brokerage operations, or a similar capital markets environment. - Experience in trade support, listings, market intelligence, and compliance. - Familiarity with Python and or scripting languages to aid with automation, data analysis, monitoring/alerting, and tool development - Familiarity with clearing, settlement processes, and emerging technologies in capital markets. - Experience in broker-dealer operations and FINRA/SEC regulatory frameworks is highly desirable. - Certifications: Industry certifications such as Series 7, Series 24, or other relevant FINRA licenses would be beneficial, or ability to maintain in a specified time period. ### Skills & Competencies - Technical & Analytical Acumen - Knowledge of trading systems, market structure, execution mechanics, and post-trade clearing processes. - Strong data analysis capabilities, with an ability to interpret market trends and transform insights into actionable strategies. - Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments and stakeholders - Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences. ### Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Ability to balance multiple tasks and take initiative in carrying tasks forward to completion. - Demonstrate proactive thinking by identifying potential issues before they arise and suggesting preventive measures to team leaders. - Experience with AI tooling to automate and improve daily workflow