Senior Operations Associate

Who We Are We at Swissblock are a private investment firm on a mission to lead the way in crypto and cross-asset investing. With a keen understanding that timing is paramount, we employ a systematic approach that combines robust algorithmic trading with exhaustive cross-asset market analysis. We are seeking an operations professional to bring passion and structure to build the foundations of a new company branch.

We are partnering with the best solution providers to make the execution and post-trading workflow as transparent and efficient as possible. The overarching goal is to simplify communication and allow our key resources to focus together on problem-solving whilst considering automation. The Opportunity This is a hands-on build role: you will help design and run the branch's operational foundations from day one, shape processes, systems and controls, lead operational workstreams for new product launches, and keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.

The role suits someone who combines deep trade-lifecycle knowledge with strong data and automation skills, and who enjoys owning projects from first requirement to go-live.

Key Responsibilities

Build and project management Help build the operational foundations: target operating model, processes, controls, procedures and documentation. Plan and run operations projects end to end: scope, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks and stakeholder updates. Support onboarding of external providers, including due diligence, connectivity and testing.

New product and instrument launches Act as the operations project lead for new products, instruments and markets, from initial request to go-live. Assess operational readiness: booking models, static data, settlement and margin flows, reconciliations, reporting and control requirements. Operations engineering and automation Build and maintain automated workflows for trade-flow monitoring, reconciliations, exception management and intraday position integrity checks.

Develop tools and scripts that streamline reconciliation, margin monitoring and the corporate actions lifecycle. Data analysis and reporting Analyse large operational and trading datasets to identify breaks, trends, root causes and improvement opportunities. Build reports, dashboards and alerting for reconciliation, break investigation, risk monitoring and regulatory reporting.

Business-as-usual operations Support daily operations: trade query management, booking amendments, trade confirmation checks, reconciliations, settlements, compressions, collapses and corporate actions. Investigate and resolve position, cash and trade-related queries. What You Bring Experience At least 5 years in an operations team supporting significant trading flow, including automated or algorithmic trading.

At least 3 years of hands-on experience with OTC derivatives (including IRS) operations, including: trade capture and booking amendments in a well-known OMS; trade settlement, position and cash reconciliations; line-item management such as unwinds, collapses and compressions. Solid understanding of OTC derivatives products and their end-to-end operational workflows.

Solid understanding of CFD and cash equity corporate actions workflows. Proven experience delivering operations projects, such as system implementations, process redesigns, vendor onboarding or new product launches. Skills and attributes Strong project management skills: you can structure a project, manage dependencies and deliver on time.

§ Comfortable in a fast-moving, start-up-style environment where processes are still being built. Clear, concise verbal and written communication in English, with stakeholders at all levels. Technical skills Excel (advanced): pivot tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH and building robust reporting models. SQL and Python: hands-on use to automate workflows, analyse large datasets and build operational tools.

AI tools for data analysis: practical experience using AI assistants (e.g. Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) to analyse data, draft queries and scripts, and document processes, with a critical eye for verifying outputs. Integrations: understanding of APIs, FIX and file-based integrations used across the trade lifecycle. Reporting and dashboards: experience building custom reports, dashboards and alerting logic, ideally with a BI tool such as Power BI or Tableau.

Financial markets platforms: strong working knowledge of OMS, reconciliation and post-trade systems.

What We Offer

The chance to build a new company branch from the ground up, with real ownership and visible impact. A flat hierarchy, excellent peers and a culture built on responsibility and merit. Career growth that keeps pace with the business. A competitive salary plus an annual bonus. 25 days of annual leave and progressive social benefits.

A modern office in Baar with a flexible hybrid model. Regular company events. How To Apply Please send your CV and a short cover letter in English. We review every application and treat all applications confidentially. Swissblock is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.