Business Operations & Strategy Associate

NinjaTrader • Chicago, IL

311d • $100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're on a mission to empower traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence. Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last five years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 1.9 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide. But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders. So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees. Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.

Requirements

• 2+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, private equity, or a similar role; Experience in FinTech preferred but not required
• High EQ, ability to work cross-functionally throughout the organization, proven ability to work with and present to senior leadership, and team player mentality
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required; Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and BigQuery or other database tools preferred, but not required
• Proven ability to synthesize financial and strategic data into actionable insights; strong communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership
• Financial modeling experience to put together business cases and enable the business to make data-driven decisions
• A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. Willingness to work long hours on an as-needed basis

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key business stakeholders, including cross-functional leadership across the business, to develop and implement business unit strategies
• Lead and support cross-functional projects to deliver on NinjaTrader’s growth ambition, including conducting objective analyses & developing insights on business performance
• Analyze customer activity and business drivers to inform key insights, identify trends, and develop recommendations to accelerate growth
• Conduct in-depth research and business analysis to identify key business trends, threats, and opportunities
• Create financial models to develop business cases and support key business stakeholders
• Research and develop analyses on market trends, industry developments, emerging technologies, and other market developments affecting our business and/or strategic initiatives
• Serve as a sounding board and strategic partner to senior leadership as a ‘force multiplier’ across the business
• Assist in the preparation of materials for the Executive Team and Board of Directors

Benefits

• Hybrid Schedule with Extra Remote Flexibility (Totaling over 55% remote time)
• Generous PTO
• 7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
• 1 Service Day Annually
• 401k with 3.5% Company Match
• Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit and Parking
• Gym Membership

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level