Operations Roles - Expressions of Interest
About Us 👋
Life Trading Pty Ltd is a growing proprietary trading company with offices in Australia and the UK. We are driven by a mission to achieve success in trading by combining disciplined execution with innovative technology and strong operational foundations.
Our culture is relaxed and high-performing, built on trust, accountability, and respect. We believe in doing great work while maintaining balance outside of it.
About the Role 💡
Operations is the backbone of the firm. It spans everything that keeps trading supported, the business controlled, and the workplace running, from trade operations and risk through to finance, people, and business development.
This is an Expression of Interest. By registering, you're putting yourself forward for current and upcoming Operations roles across the function. We review every submission and reach out when there's a fit, whether that's now or as the business grows. When you apply, you'll be able to tell us which area you're most interested in, so we can match you to the right opportunity.
These are hands-on roles best suited to people who are accurate, organised, and enjoy variety and ownership in their work. As the business continues to grow, there are real opportunities for these roles to expand in scope and responsibility.
Your Mission at Life Trading 🎯
Depending on your area, you might:
Trading Operations:
Support daily trade capture, validation, settlement, and the trade lifecycle
Reconcile cash, positions, and P&L across brokers, exchanges, and clearers
Investigate and resolve trade breaks and discrepancies
Risk, Compliance & Surveillance:
Monitor risk and exposure against limits, and escalate breaches
Support compliance monitoring, regulatory obligations, and policy adherence
Assist with trade surveillance and the firm's control framework
Finance:
Support month-end close, management reporting, and day-to-day finance operations
Assist with payments, expense reconciliation, and financial reporting
HR & Workplace:
Support HR and people operations across the employee lifecycle, onboarding, and records
Help run the office day to day and create a welcoming, well-organised workplace
Business Development & Broader Operations:
Support business development, partnerships, and relationship management
Provide broad operational and administrative support across the business
What We're Looking For 👀
Strong numeracy and a high bar for accuracy and attention to detail
A methodical, organised, and process-driven approach
Clear written and verbal communication
Comfort working with data, spreadsheets, and business systems
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and stay calm to deadlines
Sound judgement, discretion, and a controls-minded approach
Adaptability and a willingness to work across different functions
Bonus Points For ✅
Experience in a relevant area, such as trading operations, risk, compliance, finance, HR, office management, or business development
Exposure to trading, financial services, or professional services
Understanding of the trade lifecycle, reconciliations, or regulatory environments (for relevant roles)
Familiarity with systems such as HiBob, NetSuite, or similar
Experience in a start-up or fast-paced, high-growth business
A Bit About the Team 🤝
You'll be joining a collaborative Operations team that spans trading operations, risk, compliance, surveillance, finance, people, and business development, and works closely across the entire business. The environment is fast-paced but low-ego, with a strong focus on accuracy, ownership, and keeping the firm running smoothly.
Benefits 🎉
At Life Trading, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset. We offer:
Competitive Salary: Reflecting your experience and contribution
Flat Structure: Open communication and real ownership from day one
Work-Life Balance: Supportive and collaborative team environment
Health & Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing initiatives and support programmes
Anniversary Leave: Additional leave to celebrate milestones
Social Events: Team lunches, socials, and company events
Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow with the business
Employee Recognition: Celebrating individual and team contributions
Not seeing a specific operations role advertised? Register your interest here and we'll be in touch when an opportunity that suits you comes up.