
Junior Trading Operations Analyst at DV Trading (London, United Kingdom)
DV Trading· London, United Kingdom·
Job description
*Please note, the first step in our recruitment process will be to complete two, short online assessments if your application is chosen*
About Us:
DV Trading is part of a global group of financial services firms utilizing their own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and across asset classes. Founded 20 years ago, and headquartered in Chicago, the DV group has grown to approximately 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe, the UAE, and Asia. DV affiliates include two broker dealers, a futures commission merchant, and a registered investment adviser.
Overview:
We are looking for a Junior Trading Operations Analyst to join the DV Commodities team in London. This is a middle-office role, working closely with traders and senior operations to support the day-to-day running of the trading desks. You will monitor trading activity, resolve issues in real-time, and help improve the processes and tools that underpin the company’s performance. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is hands-on, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced trading environment.
Responsibilities:
- Act as primary support for the trading desks, handling ad-hoc queries from traders and stakeholders
- Perform daily PnL reconciliation and reporting, investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Monitor pricing and risk, identifying and escalating issues where necessary
- Serve as the first point of contact for operational and trade-related issues
- Investigate breaks across internal systems, brokers, and exchanges, coordinating with relevant teams to resolve them
- Contribute to process improvements and controls to reduce manual work and operational risk
- Work on data-driven projects to improve reporting, transparency, and operational efficiency
Requirements:
- 0–2+ years of experience in trading, operations, or a data-focused role
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or Data Science
- Strong attention to detail and ability to debug issues across data, systems, and workflows
- Strong Excel skills
- Hands-on experience using Python and/or SQL to work with and analyze data
- Interest in trading and energy markets
- Ability to stay organized and effective in a fast-paced, real-time environment
- Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with traders and stakeholders
- Experience with or interest in automating workflows
DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Why work at DV Trading
- Culture: Values include excellence, agility, ownership, curiosity, and unity. The firm emphasizes a flat, collaborative structure where individuals are empowered to take ownership and make decisions.
- Work environment: Fast-paced, high-stakes trading environment with a focus on continuous learning and innovation. Traders are given significant autonomy and access to world-class technology.
- Remote/Hybrid policy: Not explicitly stated, but presence in 8 global offices suggests a preference for in-office collaboration, typical of proprietary trading firms.
- Notable perks: Opportunity to trade with the firm's own capital (no personal risk), access to cutting-edge technology, and a meritocratic culture where performance is directly rewarded.
- Engineering culture: Developers work closely with traders and risk teams to build real-time systems. Tech stack includes C++, Python, Linux, and SQL. Roles range from back-office development to low-latency systems engineering.