Overview
Compound Planning, with over $1B AUM added since 2022, is a high growth digital family office for entrepreneurs, professionals, and retirees. We’re a team of seasoned financial advisors, technologists, tax professionals, and operators delivering a magical experience to clients powered by our world class team, holistic approach, and proprietary digital platform.
Overview about job
The Trading Associate will play an integral role in what the Trade Desk offers at Compound Planning. The ideal candidate will leverage their previous experience to help solidify what the Trade Desk is able to offer to our Advisors. Being a start-up, the days and workload can be ever-changing - and oftentimes, fast-paced. As a Trading Associate, you will help with the day-to-day trading, look to improve outward communication and reporting metrics, and be willing to help with projects and tasks that arise on a daily basis. Please note: this is a remote role.
What you’ll do
Reconcile daily the previous day’s trades for completeness and accuracy
Daily reporting to locate and research actions that require trades (i.e., new cash, new assets, out-of-tolerance positions, cash raise requests, etc.)
Monitor daily all custodial restrictions and make the necessary updates across platforms
Assist with market research as it pertains to the firm’s models and their underlying securities
Help Advisors & Client Service Associates with questions regarding the Trade Desk and our policies and procedures
What Success Looks Like
The ideal candidate will be able to identify areas the Trade Desk could improve and take action accordingly
The ability to multitask, work quickly - yet carefully, and prioritize are keys to success
Willingness to help whenever and wherever possible will be instrumental in the Trade Desk’s success
Having a keen eye on the vision of the firm, how to constantly improve our offering to our Advisors and clients, and being diligent about keeping the Trade Desk running smoothly will be a key attribute
Competencies and Skills
Required: Series 65 or Series 66
Required: 3-5 years of trading experience at an investment firm, RIA, wealth management firm, Trade Desk, or Broker / Dealer
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or related field (or equivalent work / military experience)
Familiarity with Fidelity and Schwab custodial platforms, strongly preferred
Orion / Eclipse experience, strongly preferred
Analytical mindset and detail-oriented
Previous experience with Salesforce preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Proven competency in investment portfolio management skills, familiarity with industry terminology and trading concepts, knowledge of different account types
Agile, comfortable with change, excited to work in a fast-paced environment
Working at Compound
Compound's work culture is designed to help you maximize your effectiveness. Your job will be doing. We ruthlessly prioritize protecting your time and potential. You’ll work with exceptional teammates, who want to help you succeed. $84 trillion dollars will be passed on to the next generation in the next couple of decades. The companies that earn their trust to manage that wealth will be immensely more successful than today’s largest financial institutions.
Compensation
Base cash compensation for this role starts at $90,000 for candidates based in New York City and San Francisco. Total compensation is dependent upon location and experience. The compensation package will include health benefits, 401k, and equity options.
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