Director, Trading Operations

Willis Lease Finance Corporation•Coconut Creek, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Trading Operations is responsible for driving operational execution and reporting across the Company's aircraft and engine trading activities. This role serves as the primary coordinator for transaction tracking, pipeline management, performance reporting, and trading analytics, ensuring opportunities move efficiently from origination through closing. The position partners closely with Trading, Operations, Fund Management, and Corporate Development leadership to provide visibility into pipeline activity, support strategic decision-making, and deliver accurate and timely business reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Aviation Management, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in aviation leasing, aircraft trading, asset management, operations, finance, or a related business function.
Demonstrated experience managing transaction pipelines, reporting functions, and business analytics.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to build effective working relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
High degree of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of aircraft and/or engine leasing, trading, and asset management processes preferred.
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence and reporting platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage and track aircraft and engine purchase and sale opportunities throughout the transaction lifecycle.
Monitor trading pipeline activity and performance against annual budgets, forecasts, and strategic targets.
Coordinate and maintain weekly Leasing & Trading (L&T) reporting, updates, and data management.
Track and report Trading KPIs and operational metrics for monthly Management Operating Review (MOR) reporting.
Develop, maintain, and enhance Trading dashboards, reporting tools, and analytics to improve visibility and decision-making.
Manage stand requirements and inventory tracking related to aircraft and engine purchases, sales, and transfers.
Prepare and maintain pipeline reporting for Fund Management activities.
Track asset allocations and utilization across investment and fund portfolios.
Monitor NCM activity, including asset selection recommendations for sales, transfers, and portfolio optimization.
Coordinate and track LW inputs and reporting requirements for Trading activities.
Track Letters of Intent (LOIs) and facilitate progression through internal review, approval, and execution processes.
Support reporting, analysis, and operational requirements related to Aircraft Leasing & Trading activities.
Partner with Trading, Operations, Technical, Finance, Legal, and Corporate Development teams to facilitate transaction execution and remove operational bottlenecks.
Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, and analyses for senior leadership.
Lead ad hoc projects and special initiatives supporting Trading, Investments, and Corporate Development objectives.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting accuracy, efficiency, and data management capabilities.