Director of Trading, Execution Services
Altruist
About Altruist
Altruist is the modern custodian built exclusively for independent financial advisors that combines a self-clearing brokerage firm with intuitive software for account opening, trading, reporting, and billing — all in one streamlined solution. Financial advisors across the U.S. have partnered with Altruist to reduce costs, save time, grow their business, and provide better outcomes for their clients. Our mission is to make financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone — but we can’t do it alone. We’re seeking exceptional talent to join our team. That’s where you come in!
If you’re passionate about challenging the status quo and making a meaningful impact in the financial advice industry, we’d love to meet you!
But first, our values
Kindness - Kindness doesn’t just equal niceness. We listen to understand. We embrace, and encourage healthy debate and diverse perspectives. We approach conflict openly, honestly, and respectfully.
Brilliance - Humility is the skill we’re most proud of and possessing a growth mindset is always top of mind. We take ownership in everything we touch; regularly using our unique superpowers to reach a common goal as a team. We succeed and fail as one.
Grit - When challenges arise, we stay laser focused on achieving our mission and finding a way forward, even when it’s hard. We are nimble and maintain a sense of urgency, swiftly adapting to change and overcoming obstacles.
The opportunity
Altruist is thrilled to hire a Director/Sr. Director of Execution Services to join our quickly scaling team! This role will oversee and optimize trading execution across multiple asset classes, including Equities, ETFs, Fixed Income, and Options, managing relationships with market makers, exchanges, and dealers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of regulatory requirements, execution quality, and financial modeling for trading P&L. This is an in-person position based in Dallas, reports to the Head of Clearing Operations, and requires up to 25% travel to maintain key partnerships.
Your impact
- Strategic Leadership - Drive growth and scalability in trading operations, leading strategic planning, setting objectives, and shaping execution strategies.
- Relationship Management - Build and maintain relationships with market makers, exchanges, and dealers, ensuring high-quality execution services and alignment with business goals.
- Execution Quality & Regulatory Compliance - Oversee processes to meet regulatory requirements, including SEC 606 and 607 reporting, and continuously monitor performance against industry benchmarks.
- Financial Modeling - Develop and oversee financial models and projections for trading P&L to optimize profitability and operational efficiency.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with product, engineering, legal, compliance, operations, and risk teams to ensure alignment with regulatory standards and trading policies.
- Technology & Process Improvement - Identify and implement technology enhancements to improve execution efficiency, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
- Industry Thought Leadership - Serve as an advisor on best practices for Trade Desk Operations, focusing on designing scalable solutions and enhancing operational efficiency. Stay ahead of market structure, trading execution trends, and regulatory developments to guide strategic decision-making and ensure industry-leading performance.
What you bring
- Experience - 10+ years in trading or execution services within financial services, especially in Equities, ETFs, Fixed Income, and Options, with at least 5 years of management experience.
- Licenses - Active FINRA Series 4, 7, 24, 57 (or commitment to obtaining within six months).
- Technical Skills - Strong proficiency in financial modeling, trading technology, and API/FIX protocols.
- Strategic & Analytical Skills - Resourceful and resilient, with strategic thinking, strong analytical abilities, and a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
- Communication - Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a talent for building strong relationships across technical and non-technical teams.
- Preferred Qualifications - Experience with digital asset platforms, additional industry certifications, and expertise in emerging trading technologies.
- Ownership - The pride you put into every aspect of your work is unparalleled and undeniable
- Superb communication - Intentional dialogue is a superpower. You listen as well as you share your perspective with others.
- Resilience - We’re inspired by your unwavering determination to achieve success, no matter the adversity you face along the way.
- Assurance - Your confidence is brilliant, yet ego-less. You possess a strong knowledge base, the ability to discover the unknown, and are open to differing perspectives.
- Creative problem solving - Identifying the problem is simply not enough. You’re instinctually creative with your approach in finding solutions to roadblocks.
What we bring
Attracting and retaining top-tier talent is a priority. We are proud of the culture we’ve built and are cognizant of the ever-changing professional landscape. Our dynamic offering of perks and benefits are tailored for you to feel your best while doing your best.
- A hybrid work schedule to promote strong, in-person collaboration and a healthy work-life-balance.
- Stunning, amenity-filled office spaces in Culver City, CA and Dallas, TX. Our offices are intentionally designed for comfort, collaboration, and productivity. Employees get to enjoy free parking and EV charging, cold-brew and kombucha on tap, a fully stocked pantry with snacks, etc.
- Competitive salary and equity packages
- Premium healthcare, dental, and vision insurance plans
- 401k savings plan with matching contributions and immediate vesting
- Flexible PTO so you can satisfy your passions outside of work
- Generous paid parental leave
- Professional growth and development opportunities including an employee mobility program and an annual L&D budget allocation for each employee
- Physical and emotional wellness programs that nurture both your mind and body
- Company perks program (includes discounts on pet insurance, fitness, cell phone plans, entertainment and travel, etc.)
- Financial guidance program (includes counseling on navigating debt, tracking personal spend, saving and planning goals, home-purchasing preparedness, etc.)
Total compensation includes a competitive benefits package along with equity in the form of Stock Options (ISOs). A salary offer will be determined by a number of factors including experience, skill level, internal pay equity, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. We review all employee pay and compensation programs regularly to ensure fair, equitable, and competitive pay. At Altruist, we are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation by leveraging market data to inform our pay bands. Base salaries will be reviewed at regular intervals throughout the year, typically in conjunction with performance review cycles. By evaluating compensation on a regular basis, we are able to reward high performance and ensure all employees have opportunities for growth.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Altruist we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.