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 counter party operations within a fast-paced trading environment.

• Support the end-to-end trade lifecycle across equities, fixed income, and derivatives
• Perform daily reconciliations of positions, cash, and margin across custodians and counter parties, 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

Simplify Asset Management is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.