Deputy Chief Operations Officier

Deputy Chief Operating Officer GreshamGresham's Deputy COO will assist the COO in overseeing and optimizing the operational and technological functions of the organization. The Deputy COO will work closely with the senior management team to ensure the smooth functioning of Gresham's investment infrastructure. The Deputy COO will manage the Operations Team and the Development Team ("the Team") to coordinate and process trading activities at the firm. The Team supports the firm's departments (i.e., Trading, Research, Risk, Accounting, Legal, Compliance, Investor Relations, IT) by setting up and running processes, configuring and maintaining certain applications and databases, and facilitating the flow of high-quality data. The Deputy COO will interface with relevant external parties such as exchanges, brokers, FCMs/PBs, auditors, regulators, and banks/custodians as needed.Key Responsibilities and Duties

"1. Operations Managementa. Oversee the Operations Team responsible for trade settlement, reconciliation, and reporting for all trading activities.b. Ensure efficient and accurate processing of trades, margin requirements, and position management.c. Implement and maintain operational best practices to enhance efficiency and mitigate operational risk.d. Liaise with FCMs, prime brokers, exchanges, executing brokers, and other counterparties to manage relationships and optimize operational processes."

"2. Development Managementa. Oversee the Development Team to enhance and maintain Gresham’s investment infrastructure.b. Manage the integration and maintenance of key vendor systems (Geneva, Charles River, HedgeTek) and in-house applications and databases.c. Lead development initiatives to automate trading and backoffice processes, improve data analytics, and enhance risk management capabilities.d. Stay abreast of new technologies and market trends to drive innovation and competitive advantage."

"3. Risk Managementa. Foster risk mindset on the team to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks.b. Develop and implement risk controls and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.c. Define key performance indicators to proactively address potential issues.d. Conduct thorough analysis of trading issues to derive maximal learning."

"4. Business Supporta. Coordinate and provide project management support for major business initiatives such as new product/market development, fund/account launches etc.b. Support other Gresham departments (i.e., Trading, Research, Risk, Accounting, Legal, Compliance, Investor Relations, IT) by setting up and running processes and facilitating the flow of high-quality data.c. Liaise with relevant external parties such as exchanges, brokers, FCMs/PBs, auditors, regulators, and banks/custodians as needed."

"5. Team Leadershipa. Provide leadership and guidance to the Team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.b. Recruit, train, and develop talent to build a high-performing and motivated team.c. Set clear goals and expectations, conduct performance evaluations, and provide ongoing feedback and coaching."

Educational Requirements

University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

8+ Years Required; 10+ Years Preferred

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