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2014.6 – Surveillance Officer for Client Services

admin — Tue, 10 May 2011 20:56:28 +0000

Our client, an elite electronic trading firm, is seeking a dedicated Surveillance Officer for its growing client services operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with the trading, technology, clearing, and finance departments to assist with the implementation of compliance programs.
Create, review, and monitor surveillance reports
Create software design requirements to ensure building for compliance.
Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with Regulation SHO, Regulation NMS, SEC Books & Records requirements, and other areas requiring compliance oversight.
Assist in the creation and revision of policies and procedures for our client’s compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical, or improper conduct.
Ability to build code and scripts for database queries.
Assist in interpretation and implementation of SEC & FINRA and other relevant regulations.
Assist in developing, drafting and implementing policies and procedures.
Revise, prepare, and disseminate new and updated compliance standards and procedures.
Assist in conducting compliance monitoring.

Key Skills:

Knowledge of SEC and SRO Rules and Regulations
Strong knowledge of trading/financial industry
Ability to conduct statistical analysis
Strong knowledge of SQL, preferably Microsoft SQL server
Strong knowledge of C++/C#/Python languages
Understanding of web based reporting, preferably ASP.NET
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Technology savvy
WebCRD, a plus
Knowledge of Bloomberg, Reuters products, a plus

Job Requirements:

Five years or more of experience preferred
NASD Series 7, 24, and 55 licenses desired
Prior experience working with an Institutional Brokerage or ATS a plus
Experience utilizing Compliance disciplines in a high tech environment

Location: New York, NY

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

2012.12 – Technical Analyst – Client Support

admin — Tue, 10 May 2011 20:29:57 +0000

Individual’s primary responsibility will be for deployment, implementation and support of our client’s Energy and Financial Trading and Risk Management systems. This position requires exceptional organization, communication, planning, and technical skills along with the ability to manage client expectations. Proven ability required to quickly solve complex technical skills issues covering all facets of project and software lifecycles. Technical skills range from understanding SQL language, JAVA, .NET scripting, infrastructure design, and relational database design/administration. Sales support (RFP responses, on-site sales demonstrations) as well as additional tasks will be required to support products and clients.

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to travel 25%

Proven track record of strong client-facing skills

Strong analytical, presentation, writing, communication and problem solving skills

Ability to self start and work independently and in a team setting

Solid understanding of Microsoft Windows operating systems

Solid understanding of software deployment, i.e, dills memory management, paths

Working knowledge of database structure, design, SQL language

PREFERRED SKILLS:

Working knowledge of Energy and Financial market concepts

Understanding of Windows and LINUX (32 and 64bit) operating systems

Solid understanding of network/IT infrastructure, i.e., multicasting, server class hardware

Working knowledge of programming languages, JAVA, .NET

Working knowledge of API, SOA, Middleware, etc.

Location: Nassau County, LI

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

2009.12 – Software Developer – Interfacing & Integration

admin — Tue, 10 May 2011 20:16:38 +0000

Design, develop and support standard interfacing and integration packaged solutions and frameworks. Provide technical assistance to colleagues and clients during the implementation and testing phases of a project. Create documentation to support said products and/or document procedures that facilitate the usage of said products. Provide technical assistance to sales and account personnel during the sales process. At times the individual may be required to conduct QA testing and/or training. Individual must be willing to travel domestically or abroad to perform training and/or provide consultation services.

REQUIREMENTS:

BS in Computer Science

An individual who is a quick learner, and come up to speed rapidly through on-the-job training

Java, C/C++, and SQL are required

.(dot)Net and knowledge of trading concepts for the financial markets are a plus

2+ years in the workplace in a programming and support role are required

Location: Nassau County, LI

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

2006.12 – Senior Software Developer – Standard Interfaces

admin — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:22:50 +0000

Design, develop and support standard interfacing and integration packaged solutions and frameworks. Provide technical assistance to colleagues and clients during the implementation and testing phases of a project. Create documentation to support said products and or document procedures that facilitate the usage said products. Provide technical assistance to sales and account personnel during the sales process. At times the individual may be required to conduct QA testing and/or training. Individual must be willing to travel domestically and or internationally to perform training and/or provide consultation services.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have knowledge of C++, Java, and SQL

Must be able to come up to speed rapidly through on the job training

.Net is a plus

Knowledge of trading concepts for natural gas, Crude or Power markets is a plus

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Location: Nassau County, LI

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1993.12 – Financial Business Analyst – Risk Analyst

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 19:32:26 +0000

** Must be local and fluent in Portuguese.**

Our client’s Financial-based solutions offer proven tools to leading capital market institutions, government organizations, treasuries, insurance companies and asset managers. Financial-based solutions provide sophisticated trading tools, risk management capabilities and back-office processing within an elegant transaction workflow framework.
Our client is currently looking for individuals with deep financial markets competencies (including derivatives, bonds, loans, fixed income and stock exchange products) and professional standards to help them provide high quality professional services to their prestigious Latin American clientele. This candidate will be on the ground floor of a new group that will help market and implement their Financial trade processing and risk management solution.
The successful candidate will be responsible for advising clients on the use, configuration and customization of their Financial solution in areas such as valuation, risk management, settlements, accounting, collateral management and compliance. You may also be called upon to help represent our client and their products in sales opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Assist clients with the implementation of our client’s Financial and other products

Provide configuration advice and assistance working directly with our clients in their facilities

The right candidate may potentially expand upon this role to include assistance with project management and account management

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

Bachelor’s degree in a business discipline (Economics, Administration or Information Management focused on banking/finance)

Candidates must be advanced in English. Spanish is a plus

Experience in the banking marketplace, preferably in trading, asset management, derivatives, or risk management

A strong technical aptitude is highly desirable

Candidates must be able to travel extensively up to and possibly including full time at client’s premises

Must be detail-oriented and organized

Must have excellent communication skills (written and spoken)

Candidates must be willing to learn and demonstrate high self-motivation.

Location: São Paulo, Brazil

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1990.12 – Client Support Analyst

admin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 19:59:24 +0000

Our client, a leading software developer of trading and risk management software for major financial institutions and large multi-national corporations, is seeking candidates to be responsible for daily production support on our client’s Energy and Financial Trading and Risk Management Systems. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and technical problem solving abilities.
As a client support analyst, individuals will be responsible for client facing communication, daily service request management, maintenance of the CRM system and communication with various functional areas throughout the company. The position will require experience developing and maintaining client relationships, and will require deep technical experience.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
*Knowledge in Advanced MS Windows
*Financial or Energy based Trading and Risk Management Systems
*Technical Programming concepts
*Database Management
*Previous technical support experience needed
*BS required
*On-call night/weekend work is required

Location: Long Island, NY

Salary: $50,000 – $55,000

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1988.12 – Implementation Project Manager

admin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:23:13 +0000

Responsibilities:

Heavy Travel Required.

Our client has an immediate opening for an Implementation Project Manager. They are looking for someone who wants to take the next step in their career path. This position is based out of their NYC office, but heavy travel is required. You may be away for long periods of time domestically and internationally. This is a full time position. The Project Manager will be responsible for implementing their proprietary software packages and products at client sites in the Energy and Financial sectors. You will manage teams, develop project plans and budgeting, coordinate resources, and hold weekly project management meetings. The PM will also coordinate and meet delivery dates, and track project risks and issues. You will manage client relationships and ensure client satisfaction. This person will work in a team to set goals, understand client requirements and develop detailed plans. The Project Manager will act as the primary client interface and ensure consistent client satisfaction. You may be required to provide sales support and other related tasks required to support our client`s products and clients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A BS/BA degree or higher is required
3+ years of project management experience is required; You must have experience implementing software
3+ years of experience with trading and risk management is required
Consulting experience is required, preferably in the financial services or Energy markets
Solid understanding of application development life cycle (SDLC or TLC)
Strong skills with MS Project, Excel and Word
Excellent organizational, time management and planning skills
Acute attention to detail
Outstanding organizational skills
Ability to self start and work independently and in a team setting
Strong analytical, presentation, writing, communication and problem solving skills
Expected travel is around 75%

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $100,000 – $135,000

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1987.12 – Business Analyst – Energy Solutions

admin — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:11:57 +0000

The following functions, duties and responsibilities are related to our client’s Commodity and Energy products supporting the Power, LNG, Natural Gas and Crude market from Production to Trading, Risk and Logistics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Being responsible for the design and strategic development of one of their Energy products

Supervising Business Analysts

Analysis of Market developments/requirements/opportunities

Support the creation of business and design specifications

Working closely with our internal QA, Business, and Development staff as well as with various clients in gathering requirements, use cases, specifications, test cases

Support of enhancement planning

Support knowledge transfer to local product management, business analysts and client services

Sales support

Support of documentation, marketing, training and QA

Support of client services (business analysis, standard implementation plans, sanity checks)

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE:

Minimum 3-5 yrs experience in energy business with exposure to Power, LNG, Natural Gas, or Crude

Energy Trading, Logistics or Risk experience is preferred

Experience with ETRM systems is highly preferred

Excellent team leading skills

Excellent problem-solving and analysis skills

Excellent communication (verbal and written) and presentation skills

Bachelors degree required. Graduate or MBA preferred

Travel will be required

Experience with Software design required

Location: Long Island, NY

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1934.12 – Business Analyst – Strategist

admin — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 18:59:50 +0000

Excellent opportunity for a flexible, composed & consultative analyst with strong interpersonal, research & project management skills to work closely with the CEO to gather, analyze & develop recommendations for strategic project initiatives for a global trading & risk management software company.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Analyzing competitive environments

Performing financial & business due diligence

Provide advisory information to management

Preparing recommendations for new systems, procedures or organizational changes

REQUIRED SKILLS:

3+ yrs operational, technical or finance management experience

Bachelor’s degree required/MBA preferred

Strong analytical & problem solving skills

Excellent written and oral presentation skills

Ability to work in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Location: Long Island, NY

Salary: Competitive

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway

1920.12 – Software Developer (Java) – Core Infrastructure

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 20:10:09 +0000

Our client is looking for a highly motivated, creative and competent Java Analyst Programmer who relishes a real business/technology challenge. You will be required to work with their core development team in Long Island. The successful applicant will have at least 6 years of commercial development experience, with a strong emphasis in design and will join a small focused team designing and developing a next-generation Data Grid application for our client’s cross platform trading and risk management solution. Knowledge of and experience in the development of Java SE application is essential. Experience with in-memory data grid products such as Oracle Coherence would be a distinct advantage. Client-facing skills could be an advantage since some developments may involve customer specifications. You will need to travel occasional internationally, since this role is part of the team located out of their London Office.

REQUIREMENTS:

Degree in Computer Science or numerate subject

Solid Java SE development life-cycle experience, and a proven track record of designing, coding, and delivering applications

Experience with Object Oriented design and analysis tools/processes & design patterns

A self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills

At least 6 years commercial experience with Java, and ideally some experience with C#/C++

Experience with Ant, JDBS, XML, & multi-threading

Experience with relational databases & SQL useful (Oracle or SQL server)

Ideally, knowledge of or interest in Commodities, Capital markets or treasury

Ideally, experience with in-memory data grids

Experience performing installations and training at client sites

Experience working in a test-driven development environment

Must be willing to do some travel

Location: Long Island, NY

Salary: $70,000 – $115,000

Contact: Kendal Ridgeway