AVP of Trading - Active in Oak Brook, Illinois at Tidal Financial Group

The Tidal Financial Group is a leading ETF investment technology platform dedicated to creating, operating, and growing ETFs. We combine expertise and innovative partnership approaches to offer comprehensive, value-generating ETF solutions.

Our platform offers best-in-class strategic guidance, product planning, trust and fund services, legal support, operations support, marketing and research, and sales and distribution services.

About the role

Tidal is seeking a highly skilled AVP of Trading to support the implementation and management of Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) portfolios across active and index strategies spanning major asset classes. This role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of managing investments within established risk-reward frameworks.

Tidal provides services that support the launch, operation, and growth of ETFs.

What you'll do

• Manage ETF portfolios and partner directly with clients to support their investment objectives and day-to-day portfolio needs.

• Monitor portfolio activity, execute trades, support compliance requirements, and contribute investment insights across active and index strategies.

• Perform daily portfolio reconciliations and prepare materials for quarterly oversight, board meetings, and regulatory reporting.

• Support the planning and execution of portfolio rebalances and ETF basket activity.

• Apply portfolio management and compliance procedures while identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and overall efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, mathematics, or a related field.

• 5+ years of experience in ETF portfolio management, trading, or a related investment function.

• Advanced Excel skills required; experience with VBA, Bloomberg, Python, or similar tools is a plus.

• Proactive problem solver who takes initiative and approaches challenges with sound judgment.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proximity to Chicago or New York is preferred; candidates located near Milwaukee, Omaha, or West Palm Beach will also be considered.

• Familiarity with Bloomberg and basic Bloomberg commands.

• Experience with investment compliance guideline monitoring and updates.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.

• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in identifying opportunities to enhance workflows and processes.

• Strong understanding of operational risk and the ability to proactively identify and address potential issues.

• Self-motivated and comfortable taking initiative in a fast-paced environment.

We are prioritizing candidates who are located within proximity to Chicago, IL; Milwaukee, WI; New York City, NY; and West Palm Beach, FL.