Entry Level Trading Operations Analyst Jobs
New grad trading operations analyst jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where internship work or a demonstrated grasp of trade lifecycles and settlement processes can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Banking & Financial Services, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, with employers like M&T Bank, JPMorganChase, and BestEx Research hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
BestEx Research is a financial technology and research firm specializing in building sophisticated execution algorithms and transaction cost modeling tools servicing multiple asset classes. The firm provides high-performance algorithmic execution services to hedge funds, CTAs, asset managers, and banks through a traditional electronic broker and in a broker-neutral Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Its cloud-based platform, Algo Management System (AMS), is the first end-to-end algorithmic trading solution for equities and futures that delivers an entire ecosystem around execution algorithms, including Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA), Strategy Studio for algorithm customization, trading dashboards, and pre-trade analytics in a single platform. The platform is currently live across U.S., European, and Canadian equities and global futures markets. BestEx Research is transforming a $100 billion industry by replacing traditional black-box execution with transparent, data-driven, and customizable algorithmic trading solutions. Our technology stack combines high-performance C++, Python, R, cloud infrastructure, and advanced quantitative research to build next-generation trading systems. Our mission is to become the global leader in execution analytics and algorithmic trading while helping clients significantly reduce transaction costs across asset classes.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented entry-level candidates to join our Stamford, CT team as Algorithmic Trading Analysts. This role is a foundational position within our electronic trading organization, designed for candidates who want to build deep expertise at the intersection of market structure, algorithmic execution, trading technology, and software development. In this role, you will work closely on a variety of projects alongside our trading desk, quant and engineering teams to build and improve various aspects of our global multi-asset algorithmic trading platform. Over time, you will have the opportunity to build expertise in one of several different front office roles focused on quant research, product management or client coverage.
SPECIFICALLY, YOU WILL:
- Develop a strong working knowledge of market structure and electronic trading behavior in several asset classes and regions.
- Learn how algorithmic execution strategies, routing logic, and trading systems underneath them actually work.
- Learn to evaluate algorithm performance across clients and strategies using statistical analysis and data visualization.
- Gain experience testing and supporting our trading product.
- Build fluency in product planning, prioritization, and cross-functional communication across trading, technology, and client teams.
- Develop communication and presentation skills for internal and client-facing interactions.
- Develop working knowledge of Global Equities and Futures market structure, and how electronic trading behavior differs across regions and asset classes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s, Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or a related quantitative discipline.
- Strong foundation in probability, statistics and data analysis.
- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills with high attention to details.
- Working knowledge of Python/R and SQL.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and desire to learn in a fast-paced trading environment.
- Willingness to work in person daily in our office in Stamford, CT
INTRODUCTION
BestEx Research is a financial technology and research firm specializing in building sophisticated execution algorithms and transaction cost modeling tools servicing multiple asset classes. The firm provides high-performance algorithmic execution services to hedge funds, CTAs, asset managers, and banks through a traditional electronic broker and in a broker-neutral Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Its cloud-based platform, Algo Management System (AMS), is the first end-to-end algorithmic trading solution for equities and futures that delivers an entire ecosystem around execution algorithms, including Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA), Strategy Studio for algorithm customization, trading dashboards, and pre-trade analytics in a single platform. The platform is currently live across U.S., European, and Canadian equities and global futures markets. BestEx Research is transforming a $100 billion industry by replacing traditional black-box execution with transparent, data-driven, and customizable algorithmic trading solutions. Our technology stack combines high-performance C++, Python, R, cloud infrastructure, and advanced quantitative research to build next-generation trading systems. Our mission is to become the global leader in execution analytics and algorithmic trading while helping clients significantly reduce transaction costs across asset classes.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented entry-level candidates to join our Stamford, CT team as Algorithmic Trading Analysts. This role is a foundational position within our electronic trading organization, designed for candidates who want to build deep expertise at the intersection of market structure, algorithmic execution, trading technology, and software development. In this role, you will work closely on a variety of projects alongside our trading desk, quant and engineering teams to build and improve various aspects of our global multi-asset algorithmic trading platform. Over time, you will have the opportunity to build expertise in one of several different front office roles focused on quant research, product management or client coverage.
SPECIFICALLY, YOU WILL:
- Develop a strong working knowledge of market structure and electronic trading behavior in several asset classes and regions.
- Learn how algorithmic execution strategies, routing logic, and trading systems underneath them actually work.
- Learn to evaluate algorithm performance across clients and strategies using statistical analysis and data visualization.
- Gain experience testing and supporting our trading product.
- Build fluency in product planning, prioritization, and cross-functional communication across trading, technology, and client teams.
- Develop communication and presentation skills for internal and client-facing interactions.
- Develop working knowledge of Global Equities and Futures market structure, and how electronic trading behavior differs across regions and asset classes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s, Masters or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science or a related quantitative discipline.
- Strong foundation in probability, statistics and data analysis.
- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills with high attention to details.
- Working knowledge of Python/R and SQL.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership and desire to learn in a fast-paced trading environment.
- Willingness to work in person daily in our office in Stamford, CT
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Entry Level Trading Operations Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level trading operations analyst job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who understand trade settlement, reconciliation basics, and middle-office workflows. A finance, economics, or business degree helps, but internship experience in brokerage, banking, or asset management carries real weight. Familiarity with Excel, Bloomberg, or order management systems gives a strong edge. Highlighting coursework in financial markets or any hands-on exposure to trade processing makes a resume stand out for entry level roles.
Which companies hire entry level trading operations analysts?
Companies hiring entry level trading operations analysts right now include M&T Bank, JPMorganChase, and BestEx Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from investment banks, asset managers, broker-dealers, and financial services firms building out their operations and middle-office teams.
Are there remote entry level trading operations analyst jobs?
Yes, though most postings at this level skew on-site given the hands-on nature of trade settlement and reconciliation work. About 17% of entry level trading operations analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so candidates who need flexibility should filter specifically for those roles when searching current listings.
Are these new grad trading operations analyst jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior trading operations analyst roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, relevant coursework, or a demonstrated portfolio of financial analysis work as qualifying credentials in place of full-time professional history.
Which industries hire the most entry level trading operations analysts?
Entry Level trading operations analyst roles concentrate in Banking & Financial Services, Investment & Asset Management, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because their core business depends on accurate, high-volume trade processing and need junior analysts to support established operations teams.