CAREERS
Trade Operations Intern
Founded in 2020, Simplify Asset Management Inc. is an ETF provider specializing in innovative ETF strategies and derivatives-based portfolio solutions designed to meet the needs of their clients in an increasingly challenging market environment. With over $13 billion AUM across 40+ ETFs, Simplify is looking for a self-driven and results-oriented individual to join our operations team. This role offers direct, hands-on exposure to ETF mechanics, derivatives (swaps, futures, options), and institutional counterparty operations within a fast-paced trading environment.
What You’ll Do:
• Support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across equities, fixed income, and derivatives
• Perform daily reconciliations of positions, cash, and margin across custodians and counterparties, and resolve breaks
• Assist with margin and collateral management for OTC derivatives and financing transactions
• Build and enhance Excel-based tools and contribute to process improvements across trading and operations workflows
Who You Are:
• Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
• Inquisitive problem solver with a focus on improving processes and workflows
• Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, autonomous environment
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities
What You Have:
• Currently enrolled in a Master of Finance, Master of Accounting, or MBA program
• An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of full-time professional experience required (prior experience in finance, operations, or related fields strongly preferred)
• Highly proficient in Excel, including building and maintaining reporting tools and working with large datasets
• Experience working with financial data, custodial platforms, or trading systems is a plus
• CFA and/or CPA designation or progress/interest towards obtaining designation
• Experience with market data providers such as Bloomberg, Reuters, Ycharts, and Morningstar
• Ability to work during U.S. market hours
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
What You’ll Get:
• Meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to live trading and operational processes from day one
• Mentorship from Simplify’s experienced operations team
• Opportunity to join the firm full-time upon successful completion of the internship program
Simplify Asset Management Inc. is committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. Join us to make a tangible impact in the ETF space.