About Us We are a newly formed, licensed startup broker-dealer based in New York City, focused on building a next-generation trading and clearing platform. Our mission is to create a modern, scalable brokerage infrastructure that meets the needs of today's market participants with flexibility, transparency, and speed. Role Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Operations Manager who is ready to take on the unique challenge of building our back-office operations from the ground up. This is a foundational role, reporting directly to executive leadership, and will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and scaling a best-in-class operational framework to support trading, clearing, settlement, and client servicing. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build-out of all back-office operational processes, systems, and infrastructure. Recruit and manage an operations team to support business growth. Select and manage vendors, technology providers, and third-party service partners. Develop robust middle- and back-office workflows to support trade processing, reconciliation, clearing, and settlements. Ensure full compliance with FINRA, SEC, and other applicable regulations across operational functions. Serve as the point of contact for audits, exams, and regulatory inquiries related to operations. Build operational dashboards, reporting systems, and risk controls. Partner with product and engineering teams to integrate operations with the broader tech platform. Maintain strong relationships with clearing firms and custodians. Create scalable processes to manage increasing client and trade volumes as we grow. Ideal Candidate Profile 7+ years of experience in brokerage operations, with at least 2 years in a senior leadership role. Experience working with or building self-clearing or fully-disclosed broker-dealer models. Deep understanding of U.S. equity markets and post-trade operations. Comfortable in a startup or high-growth environment, ideally with prior experience launching new operational functions. Strong leadership, project management, and vendor negotiation skills. Familiarity with clearing firms, correspondent services, and regulatory obligations. Hands-on mentality, able to shift between strategic thinking and tactical execution. What We Offer Competitive base salary and performance-based bonuses. A chance to be part of something from the ground up-shape the future, not just operate it. Exposure to senior decision-makers and potential for equity participation. A fast-paced, entrepreneurial work environment. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Health insurance Paid time off Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
