Global Head of Operations and Middle Office

ppFlow Traders is a leading global proprietary trading firm and a principal liquidity provider and market maker across ETFs, bonds, FX Digital Assets. We are looking for a Global Head of Operations and Middle Office to join our Amsterdam office. /ppThe Global Head of Operations is responsible for the strategic direction, global coordination, and continuous optimization of the operational infrastructure across all geographies. This includes full accountability for post-trade execution, trade support, process automation whilst maintaining Operational Risk Management and regulatory compliance. The role is pivotal in enabling scalability, efficiency, and control in support of Flow Traders' trading ambitions. This is a unique opportunity to join a leading proprietary trading firm with an entrepreneurial and innovative culture at the heart of its business. We value quick-witted, creative minds and challenge them to make full use of their capacities. /ph3What you will do /h3ulliLead the firm’s global operations strategy in line with trading and business objectives /liliAdvise the board and senior leadership on operational decisions and business growth /liliPrepare operations for market expansion and increased business activity /liliManage multi-regional operations and middle-office teams /liliEnsure consistent processes, systems, controls, and standards across locations /liliEstablish KPIs, quality controls, and accountability frameworks /liliDevelop and monitor operational risk management and regulatory control frameworks /liliOversee controls across the trade lifecycle, settlement, reconciliation, and reporting /liliLead automation, digital transformation, data, and AI initiatives /liliPartner with Technology and Product teams to improve post-trade infrastructure /liliReduce operational workload, improve efficiency, and strengthen service quality /liliAct as the main operations contact for Trading, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and Technology /liliManage relationships with clearing banks, custodians, prime brokers, and other vendors /liliProvide accurate management information and operational insights to the board /liliIdentify, anticipate, and mitigate operational risks across multiple jurisdictions /liliThis is a full-time, on-site position based in Amsterdam. /li /ulh3What you will need to succeed /h3ulli10+ years of experience in financial services, with at least 5 years in leadership roles /liliDeep expertise in trading operations and mid-office functions across multiple asset classes (e.g., equities, derivatives, FX, DA) /liliProven success in managing distributed teams across different time zones and cultures /liliExperience with regulatory frameworks in Europe, North America, and Asia /liliStrong understanding of technology platforms, data flows, and automation solutions in a trading context /liliHighly analytical, decisive, and execution-oriented with a global mindset /liliOutstanding communication and influencing skills; able to interact at all levels of the organization /liliBachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline /li /ulh3What we offer /h3pAt Flow Traders, we create the conditions for hard-working, high-performing people to do their best work. From a thorough onboarding and ongoing access to Flow Academy, to latest technology and a collaborative, non-hierarchical culture, we give you the tools, ownership, and support to move fast and drive outcomes. We keep a close-knit, small-company feel while offering competitive salary, annual discretionary profit share, and comprehensive benefits, so talent can grow here, and stay here. See our benefits below: /pulliFlow Academy and opportunities to attend domain-related conferences /liliDaily catered lunch, great coffee, and a fully stocked kitchen and snack bar /liliIn-house Bar and Lounge with arcade, table tennis, billiards, and game consoles /liliCompany boat /liliIn-house gym and sessions with our nutritionist or personal trainer /liliBi-weekly massages /liliAnnual company trip and a variety of events throughout the year, such as the New Years Event /liliGlobal rotations across our offices worldwide /liliand more /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr