Trade Desk Manager at Voya overseeing day-to-day trading desk operations and ensuring compliance. Leading trading teams in executing diverse investment trades successfully.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the trading desk, overseeing all trade execution and monitoring activities for retail and advisory accounts.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (FINRA, SEC, SROs) and internal Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs).
Supervise daily reconciliation, accounting, and documentation processes, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
Manage escalations and resolve complex trading issues, serving as the primary point of contact for advanced inquiries.
Coordinate with transfer agents, custodians, and internal departments (Principal Review, Brokerage Operations, New Accounts, Money Desk) to facilitate large-dollar and high-volume trades.
Develop, implement, and refine desk procedures and workflows to enhance efficiency and risk management.
Lead, mentor, and train Trader and Senior Trader staff; oversee onboarding and professional development.
Analyze trading activity and provide strategic input to senior management regarding process improvements and regulatory changes.
Maintain expert knowledge of trading platforms, particularly Pershing NetX360 and Orion Eclipse, and ensure team proficiency.
Perform best execution review for trade activity and report results to leadership.
Requirements
FINRA Series 7, series 24, and Series 66 licenses required; additional licenses may be required based on desk responsibilities.
5+ years of experience in Trade execution in brokerage or fee based accounts, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity.
In-depth understanding of trading platforms (NetX360, Orion Eclipse) and advisory account workflows.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage escalations, and resolve complex trading and operational issues.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Proven ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong attention to detail.
Advanced knowledge of reconciliation processes, trade error resolution, and regulatory compliance.
Benefits
Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans
401(k) Savings plan – with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%)
Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%)
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
Paid time off – including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day.
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