Trading Operations Specialist - Permanent - FIX, Trade Support, Front Office - London Trade Operations Specialist urgently sought for a leader in the world of Electronic Trading. Are you passionate about the fast-paced world of trading? We're looking for a motivated and experienced Trading Operations Specialist to join a leading Trading house, where you'll play an important role supporting the front office desks across the UK and European markets. A client-facing position, you'll collaborate closely with Traders, Compliance, Sales & Marketing, Product Management, Operations, and Technology teams on a global scale.This will be a Hybrid role with expectation to attend the office at least 3x per week.Role: Provide expert advice to clients on trading venues and products, including market microstructure.Deliver technical and trading support to clients and internal teams, focusing on electronic trading products.Be the go-to person for key issues related to trading, messaging, risk, and cross-department coordination.Communicate critical market events to internal desks, stakeholders, and external clients.Offer front-line support for electronic trading infrastructure, including FIX protocol channels and networking.Engage with senior management, traders, and clients in a high-volume transaction environment.Monitor algorithmic trading activity in real-time for any signs of disorderly trading, taking action when necessary.Ensure real-time monitoring of trading systems to maintain orderly market function.Work closely with the technology development team to oversee project coordination and change management.Key Experience: Technical expertise, including experience with FIX protocols.A strong client focus with the ability to manage high-pressure situations.Proactive mindset with a keen eye for business-critical issues.Excellent teamwork and communication skills.Knowledge of common trading strategies and European securities markets.Strong Excel skills and the ability to simplify complex workflows.If you have the relevant experience, please forward your profile for an immediate review. Desired Skills and ExperienceKey Experience:Technical expertise, including experience with FIX protocols.A strong client focus with the ability to manage high-pressure situations.Proactive mindset with a keen eye for business-critical issues.Excellent teamwork and communication skills.Knowledge of common trading strategies and European securities markets.Strong Excel skills and the ability to simplify complex workflows.