Trade Surveillance Analyst

Wellington Management•Boston, MA

22h•$80,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Trade Surveillance Analyst is responsible for supporting the firm’s global Trade and eComm Surveillance Program by identifying, assessing, and escalating potential violations of firm policies and applicable regulations through the review of trading activity and related conduct. The role requires strong professional judgment, analytical rigor, and the ability to evaluate trading behavior in context. The Analyst partners closely with Compliance, Legal, Technology, and investment stakeholders to help safeguard the integrity of the firm’s investment process.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in trade surveillance, compliance, or related functions within the financial services industry.
Strong analytical capabilities and sound professional judgment
Ability to synthesize complex information and communicate conclusions clearly in writing
High standards of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail
Knowledge of securities regulations and market abuse risks.
Effective written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex information clearly.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with senior management.

Nice To Haves

Experience in investment management or asset management environments.
Strong technology mindset, with experience partnering with vendors, IT, or data teams to enhance surveillance tooling, analytics, and automation.
Experience leading or supporting surveillance system implementations or enhancements.
Familiarity with data analytics and automation tools for surveillance.

Responsibilities

Analyze surveillance alerts and reports, conducting investigations as necessary and documenting findings.
Identify patterns that may indicate insider trading, market manipulation, or misuse of material non‑public information
Apply quantitative and qualitative judgment to assess risk and prioritize reviews
Conduct follow‑up analysis, including review of trading context, market events, and related activity
Perform business inquiries where required to understand investment rationale
Document findings clearly, accurately, and in line with internal standards
Escalate potential issues to senior Compliance or Legal partners as appropriate
Contribute to the design, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of surveillance programs for both trading activity and electronic communications, leveraging AI, industry best practices and technology solutions.
Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, IT, and other stakeholders to address surveillance issues and enhance controls.
Monitor regulatory developments and ensure surveillance processes remain compliant with applicable laws and regulations (e.g., SEC, FINRA, FCA).
Prepare regular management reports on surveillance activities, trends, and issues.
Lead or participate in projects to improve surveillance technology and data analytics capabilities.
Respond to regulatory inquiries and support internal/external audits related to surveillance.

Benefits

retirement plan
health and wellbeing
dental
vision
pharmacy coverage
health savings account
flexible spending accounts
commuter program
employee assistance program
life and disability insurance
adoption assistance
back-up childcare
tuition/CFA reimbursement
paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time)