ETF Trading and Operations Specialist

Job Summary

The ETF Trading and Operations Specialist is responsible for executing Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) creation and redemption transactions in the primary market, managing ETF trading activities in the secondary market, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies. This role supports portfolio rebalancing, monitors ETF pricing and liquidity, coordinates with market participants, and contributes to new product launches and strategic initiatives. The specialist plays a critical role in maintaining accurate transaction records and providing market intelligence to optimize ETF trading and operations.

Responsibilities

• Execute ETF creation and redemption transactions in the primary market.
• Manage ETF trading activity in the secondary market and monitor liquidity.
• Execute equity, debt, and derivative trades in accordance with portfolio requirements and investment mandates.
• Coordinate portfolio rebalancing transactions as instructed by Fund Managers.
• Monitor ETF pricing, tracking error, premiums/discounts, and market liquidity.
• Liaise with Authorized Participants (APs), Market Makers, Brokers, Custodians, and Exchanges for day-to-day ETF activities.
• Ensure compliance with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) regulations, exchange guidelines, and internal investment policies.
• Monitor settlement obligations and resolve trade processing exceptions in collaboration with operations teams.
• Support new ETF launches, product enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare and analyze dealing reports, execution quality reports, liquidity metrics, and tracking error reports.
• Maintain accurate records, audit trails, and transaction documentation.
• Provide market intelligence and insights on ETF trends, capital markets, and trading opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of ETF trading mechanics, including creation and redemption processes.
• Proficiency in executing equity, debt, and derivative trades.
• Understanding of portfolio management and rebalancing techniques.
• Familiarity with SEBI regulations and exchange guidelines related to ETFs.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills to liaise with market participants such as APs, Market Makers, Brokers, Custodians, and Exchanges.
• Analytical skills to monitor pricing, tracking errors, liquidity, and prepare detailed reports.
• Attention to detail for maintaining accurate transaction records and audit trails.
• Educational qualifications typically include a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ETF product launches and enhancements.
• Knowledge of capital markets and trading platforms.
• Ability to provide strategic market insights and intelligence.
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve trade processing exceptions.
• Familiarity with portfolio management software and trading systems.

Experience

• Relevant experience in ETF trading, portfolio operations, or capital markets.
• Experience working with regulatory compliance in financial markets.
• Prior exposure to coordinating with multiple market participants in ETF operations.

Environment

• The role typically involves working in a fast-paced financial services environment.
• Location and work setting are not specified but may involve office-based or hybrid arrangements.
• Collaboration with multiple internal teams and external market participants is essential.