Group Overview
The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.
 
Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. 
 
Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.
 
The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.
 
Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries.  We are 5,200 people strong.  We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About Liquidnet
Liquidnet is a next-generation agency execution specialist. Powered by technology that helps drive institutional alpha, our trading and liquidity network intelligently and securely connects the world’s investors with the world’s investments.

Established in 1999 on the belief that there was a better way to trade, Liquidnet' journey began with a vision to create a platform that goes beyond traditional transactional models. 

We wanted to build a community where traders could connect, collaborate, and execute trades with confidence. Over the years, we've grown from a vision into a thriving ecosystem that empowers the buy side in ways never before imagined.

We are committed to making trading more efficient, intelligent, and accessible. Our purpose guides every decision we make, from the tools we develop to the relationships we nurture with our Members.

Role Overview

This is a FIX based role within our Implementation team. This role is critical to the success of the team across TPICAP and Liquidnet and will add depth of experience to an already strong team around the globe.  Primary responsibility will be to innovate and certify the FIX connectivity layer with clients and vendors.

This will include (but not limited to) performing FIX based certifications with buyside OEMS’s, execution venues, managing our UAT environments, and customizations.  The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring new connections are properly handed off to onboarding and support teams. The role will interact with development and product teams to define certifications and seek new ways to improve workflows, processes, and the testing functionality.

The role requires a high level of technical competency, as well as detailed knowledge of the FIX messaging protocol. The candidate will be expected to work on certifications independently and take lead on driving changes within Liquidnet and the far side, to ensure all business cases are properly covered.

The position will be responsible for supporting North American requests, and interface with colleagues in UK and APAC to drive a unified, global certification process.

This multi-tasking role demands project coordination, practical technical skills, and outstanding communication skills across all levels, with in depth industry knowledge of the fixed income markets. The candidate must enjoy ‘hands-on’ work and writing technical specifications.  The role will have exposure to the forefront of electronic equity trading arena.

Role Responsibilities

Perform FIX API based certifications with various third-party vendors, Liquidnet clients and partners. 

Work with OMS Vendors to define workflows and specifications for FIX integrations.

Support Liquidnet QA/UAT environments including, backend processes, FIX connections and vendor/partner OMS/EMS components.

Build, maintain, and test certification environments.

Help train members and Liquidnet teams on new product features.

Work with team to test new functionality and creative solutions to existing issues.

Escalate problems as needed to local or global Production Support teams and Development.

Work with technology teams on enhancements to problematic workflows.

Work with OMS Vendors to define specifications for FIX or other proprietary integrations.

Support Liquidnet proprietary interfaces for various OMS vendors.

Manage client application upgrades and new functionality deployments.

Work closely with the sales team to support our core customer base.

Build, maintain, and test demo environments.

Manage new feature validation across the region – sales team / customer focused.

Help train members and Liquidnet teams on new product features.

Provide support for SQL and FIX Technologies for in-house applications and client OMS integrations.

Experience / Competencies

Essential

7+ years of experience in technology preferably on the buy-side, sell-side, or trading vendor.

In depth knowledge of Fixed Income markets and its trading technologies for both dealers and institutional clients. 

FIX Protocol certification/connectivity experience a must.

Ability to produce a concise, functional FIX specifications from start to finish that can be used as well as received by clients, partners, and vendors.

Ability to lead technical discussions with clients, technical staff and vendors.

Excellent communication skills both verbal and technical writing.

Desired

Ability to document certifications and provide production with training.

Gather and communicate client requirements to other team members in other regional offices.

Experience with SQL on any DBMS - MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle, and Sybase database environments required.

Knowledge of Fixed Income buy-side and sell side order management and trading systems.

Demonstrated administration and operation in Linux and Windows.

Functional knowledge of networking, TLS encryption, proxies, firewalls and stunnel.

Basic programming or scripting language (Perl/Python) preferred.

$125,000-$155,000

Level 6

#LI-Hybrid #LI-MID

Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. 

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