Skills

Communication Microsoft Excel Risk Management Attention to detail Training Organization Accounting

Job Specifications

Clearing Services Analyst – Entry Level (Derivatives Trade Support)

Baltimore, MD | Bachelor’s Degree Required | New Graduates Welcome

Role Overview

This entry-level Clearing Services Analyst role provides hands-on exposure to global derivatives markets and the opportunity to work directly with futures and options traded on major exchanges. The position is ideal for recent graduates seeking to begin a career in financial services, operations, or capital markets.

You will join the Baltimore Trade Support Group within the Derivatives Clearing department, supporting daily trade processing activities and learning how financial markets operate in a real-time, risk-controlled environment. Full training will be provided.

What You’ll Learn & Do

Support daily trade processing for futures and options on futures across North American and European markets
Assist in resolving trade and position breaks by working with internal teams and external partners
Help manage trade allocations for Institutional and Wealth Management clients
Investigate same-day clearing exceptions with guidance from senior team members
Support exchange trade entry and trade flow processes
Communicate clearly with internal stakeholders and clients regarding trade-related inquiries
Learn risk management principles and operational controls used in derivatives clearing
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for process improvements
Build strong foundational knowledge of derivatives products and clearing operations

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred)
Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
Strong work ethic and positive, team-oriented attitude

Preferred (Not Required)

Coursework, internship, or academic exposure to finance or financial markets
Basic understanding of derivatives, futures, or options
Interest in operations, risk management, or trade support roles
Internship or part-time experience in a corporate or financial services setting

Why This Role Is Great for New Graduates

Structured training and on-the-job learning
Direct exposure to real-time financial markets
Collaborative team environment with mentorship
Strong foundation for long-term careers in Operations, Risk, or Trading Support
Opportunity to grow within a leading financial services organization

About the Company

ApTask is leading the way of next-generation Staffing and Workforce Solutions. We strongly support diversity in the workplace and we are active partners with corporate diversity spend policies. We believe in being a highly responsive, high-touch organization with our staff as well as our shared workforce, and client relationships. ApTask draws on years of recruitment experience specializing in the fields of Information Technology, Finance, Accounting, Perm, Right-to-Hire, Payrolling, Franchising, and Blockchain Solutions.... Know more