Agency Trader

WHO WE ARE
Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.
Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, and Belfast.
If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.
AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

• 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards
• 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company
• 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE
Job Title: Agency Trader
Location: Dallas
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Agency Trader to join our fast-paced trading firm, where innovation and strategic expertise are at the forefront of our operations. In this pivotal role, the successful candidate will manage and execute trades across a diverse array of products that includes equities, options, fixed income, and currencies.
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Trade Execution: Execute trades efficiently and effectively across multiple markets, including equities, options, fixed income, and currencies, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Risk Management: Monitor and manage risks associated with portfolio trading and market movements. Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential losses.
• Relationship Management: Collaborate with both internal stakeholders and external clients to build trust and ensure alignment with our Introducing Firm's goals.
• Reporting and Compliance: Ensure all trading activities comply with industry regulations and organizational policies.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Experience: Proven track record with a minimum of 5-7 years in trading, specifically with direct exposure to equities, options, fixed income, and currencies.
• Understanding of Market Structure: Working knowledge of market structures, trading workflows, and the regulatory environments affecting different asset classes.
• Regulatory Knowledge and Compliance: Knowledge of the regulatory environment pertaining to trading and securities, including a robust understanding of trade reporting requirements (CAT and TRACE) and compliance procedures.
• Experience in Trading and Securities Operations: Working experience in trading and securities operations, demonstrating knowledge of trade lifecycle management and best practices in the securities industry.
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, specialized in quickly identifying and addressing trading issues and errors. This includes a keen ability to dissect complex trading scenarios, apply logical reasoning, and implement effective solutions in real-time trading environments.
• Technological Proficiency: Experience with trading platforms and familiarity with algorithmic trading.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Decision-Making: Strong decision-making skills with the ability to perform well under pressure and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Experience:

• Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field is required. FINRA licensing, including Series 7, and 63, is mandatory. Series 57 must be obtained shortly after being hired. Series 4, and 24 are considered valuable but optional.

Work Environment:

• The work environment will be in a office setting.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
​ Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our Rewards
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Commitment
We're looking for all kinds of people.
At Apex, we believe that wealth management and investing should be accessible to everyone, and we strive to create spaces to democratize investing for folks of all walks of life. Internally, we embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace, which reflects our company vision and mission. We value every team member's unique perspective and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone belongs. Join us in our mission to empower and celebrate individual differences.
Apex is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We ensure that qualified applicants receive fair consideration for employment without discrimination based on sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, genetics, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. We stand by this commitment to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce.