<p><strong>Ready to Take the Next Step? Let’s Connect!</strong></p><p>If this opportunity feels like a strong match for your background, apply today and send your resume to <strong>JC del Rosario via LinkedIn</strong>—I’d welcome the chance to connect and learn more about you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trade Compliance Analyst / Associate</strong></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>We’re partnering with a leading global investment firm focused on both private and public markets. The firm manages several billion in capital and invests across innovative, fast‑growing sectors. With a collaborative, high‑performing team and a strong reputation for disciplined, research‑driven investing, the firm offers a stable and supportive environment for long‑term career development.</p><p>The Trade Compliance Analyst/Associate plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory oversight across public investment strategies. This individual will monitor trading activity, ensure adherence to internal policies and securities laws, and support the firm’s compliance program. The role sits within the Compliance team and works cross‑functionally with Legal, Operations, and Investment professionals. This position reports to the Chief Compliance Officer.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Highly collaborative compliance and legal environment</li><li>Strong work‑life balance with predictable hours</li><li>Excellent mentorship and long‑term career stability</li><li>Hybrid schedule in a modern, well‑equipped office</li><li>Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Trade Surveillance & Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with preparing trade authorization forms</li><li>Conduct daily reviews of trade activity across multiple funds</li><li>Identify exceptions, trends, or regulatory filing obligations</li><li>Support pre‑trade checks, restricted list monitoring, and trade approvals</li><li>Initiate regulatory filings, including:</li><li><strong>Forms 4 and 5</strong></li><li><strong>Forms 13D/G</strong></li><li>Other SEC‑required submissions</li><li>Coordinate with Legal and external counsel as needed</li><li>Support compliance testing, reporting cycles, and regulatory examinations</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance Program Support</strong></p><ul><li>Help enhance trade surveillance systems, data processes, and internal controls</li><li>Contribute to risk assessments and gap analyses involving MNPI and information‑barrier practices</li><li>Support employee training related to MNPI, restricted lists, and trading rules</li><li>Partner with Trading, Finance, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate and complete trade data</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive base salary plus annual bonus</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>Life and long‑term disability insurance</li><li>Attractive 401(k) program</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Supportive team with strong investment in your long‑term development</li></ul>
<p><strong>Jennifer Fukumae with Robert Half Finance & Accounting </strong>is partnering with a San Francisco–based hedge fund seeking a Trade Operations Associate to join its team. This role offers direct exposure to the investment team and broad visibility across trading, middle office, and fund operations within a performance-driven environment.</p><p>The firm is looking for an operations professional who can take ownership of trade support processes and serve as a critical link between the front office and external service providers.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Trade Operations Associate</strong></p><p>San Francisco, CA (Hybrid – Market Hours)</p><p>$115,000–$150,000 base + discretionary bonus</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Trade Operations Associate will oversee daily operational execution across the firm’s funds, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all trade-related activity. This role interfaces regularly with Portfolio Managers, Traders, Compliance, prime brokers, custodians, and fund administrators.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily post-trade processing across multiple strategies and fund vehicles</li><li>Oversee trade booking, allocation, affirmation, and settlement workflows</li><li>Perform reconciliations of transactions, holdings, cash balances, and P& L against counterparties and administrators</li><li>Partner closely with the investment team to resolve breaks and support execution accuracy</li><li>Assist with compliance oversight, trade monitoring, and regulatory reporting support</li><li>Coordinate with fund administrators on NAV validation and month-end/quarter-end processes</li><li>Support onboarding of new instruments, strategies, and counterparties from an operational perspective</li><li>Identify process enhancements to strengthen controls and improve scalability</li><li>Act as a liaison during audits and ongoing service provider reviews</li></ul>
