Business Consultant

Piper Sandler

Jun 30

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Consulting
New York

Requirements

A broad understanding of the electronic trading process, related regulation, and order flow requirements
Understand the basics of front-to-back equity trade flows.
Familiarity with FIX Protocol, transaction cost analysis tools and methods
Knowledge of execution venues for equities and options
Understanding of market data, market making, and pre-trade concepts
Proficiency in trading systems, order management systems, and Excel
Ability to convey complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong attention to detail
Project management / business analysis experience
Experience gathering requirements and documentation.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with multiple teams and individuals at various levels.
5+ years of experience in the trading or financial services industry with a strong understanding of trading processes and technology
BA / BS in Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, computer science or related field
Familiarity with Bloomberg, Raptor, Pershing, exchanges, dark pools, $2 brokers, and options venues
Preferred
FINRA Series 7
Prior technical experience in trading system implementations
Experience working closely with electronic trading platforms including algorithmic trading, smart order routing and internalization / matching engines.

Responsibilities

Function as an Equity Sales and Trading subject matter expert.
Serves as a consultant to internal business partners on process improvement projects designed to improve their business results.
Participate in ad-hoc projects/initiatives.
Serve as a business analyst.
Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts.
Manage small to mid-size projects acting as a “lite” project manager.
Participate in testing, training, and implementation of new systems or upgrades.
Develop strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders to support business objectives, revenue growth opportunities, supplier innovation and expense control.
Lead and execute market research, benchmarking and spend analysis as needed.
Stay informed on business/industry initiatives and bring “NEW” ideas to increase efficiency and/or to generate revenue.
Liaise with external execution venues and monitor execution costs

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Business Consultant in this role?

The main responsibilities include acting as a subject matter expert in Equity Sales and Trading, serving as a consultant to internal business partners on process improvement projects, managing vendor relationships, participating in projects/initiatives, serving as a business analyst, and leading market research and analysis.

What qualifications are required for this Business Consultant position?

Qualifications include a broad understanding of electronic trading processes, familiarity with FIX Protocol and transaction cost analysis tools, knowledge of execution venues for equities and options, proficiency in trading systems and Excel, project management/business analysis experience, and 5+ years of experience in the trading or financial services industry.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Preferred qualifications include a FINRA Series 7 certification, prior technical experience in trading system implementations, and experience working closely with electronic trading platforms such as algorithmic trading and smart order routing.

What skills are necessary for success as a Business Consultant in this position?

Skills necessary for success include strong attention to detail, the ability to convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences, strong interpersonal skills to interface with multiple teams and individuals, and the ability to gather requirements and documentation effectively.

Piper Sandler

Piper Sandler (NYSE: PIPR) is a leading investment bank.

Finance

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1895

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is a leading investment bank driven to help clients Realize the Power of Partnership®. Founded in 1895, the firm is headquartered in Minneapolis with more than 60 offices across the U.S. and in London, Aberdeen and Hong Kong. We offer a full suite of products to serve our clients’ business life cycle needs, geographic reach in an increasingly global market, and deep expertise in our core sectors.