NinjaTrader
Sr. Manager, Business Operations & Strategy
NinjaTrader, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Sr. Manager, Business Operations & Strategy
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Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry‑leading trading platform and futures broker, we empower traders with award‑winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world’s leading financial markets.
Our growth story has seen our user base rise to over 2 million, making us the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.
What you will do
Partner with executive and departmental leadership to define and operationalize strategic priorities across the organization
Lead complex, cross‑functional projects that deliver on NinjaTrader’s growth ambitions—structuring workstreams, managing stakeholders, and driving measurable business outcomes
Conduct financial, operational, and customer analyses to assess performance, identify opportunities, and build recommendations for leadership
Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate new initiatives, partnerships, or operational improvements
Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Director of Strategy and executive leaders, helping shape the company’s strategic planning process, Tier 1 KPIs, and annual operating cadence
Synthesize data, insights, and recommendations into clear, executive‑ready presentations for the Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Mentor and manage junior team members, fostering professional development and analytical rigor within the Strategy function
Monitor market trends, industry developments, and competitive dynamics to inform NinjaTrader’s strategic direction
What you’ll need
7+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, or private equity; experience in FinTech or trading industries preferred
Proven track record of leading cross‑functional strategic initiatives from ideation to execution
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to distill complex issues into actionable recommendations
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong communication and executive presence, with experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders
Ability to translate strategic questions into quantitative frameworks
A proactive, self‑starter mentality with a high degree of ownership, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast‑moving environment while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Bonus Points For
Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and BigQuery
Financial modeling experience
Compensation The salary range for this role is $160,000–$180,000 USD, with an annual target bonus of 12 %. Bonus pay is based on individual performance (50 %) and company/team performance (50 %). Additional compensation includes a 401(k) plan with up to 3.5 % company match and annual paid time off of 18 days plus seven holidays.
Location Chicago, IL. Remote flexibility is available for candidates in select states.
Hybrid Work Schedule
In‑office Tuesday through Thursday; remote Mondays and Fridays
20 additional flexible remote days annually
5 company‑wide office‑optional weeks tied to major holidays
Core Benefits
Generous PTO
7 paid holidays annually plus 5 conditional holidays
1 service day annually
401(k) with 3.5 % company match
Paid parental bonding leave
Health, vision, dental coverage
Life and disability insurance covered 100 %
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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For the latest listings and details, visit our official job board: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/ninjatrader.
Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry‑leading trading platform and futures broker, we empower traders with award‑winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world’s leading financial markets.
Our growth story has seen our user base rise to over 2 million, making us the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.
What you will do
Partner with executive and departmental leadership to define and operationalize strategic priorities across the organization
Lead complex, cross‑functional projects that deliver on NinjaTrader’s growth ambitions—structuring workstreams, managing stakeholders, and driving measurable business outcomes
Conduct financial, operational, and customer analyses to assess performance, identify opportunities, and build recommendations for leadership
Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate new initiatives, partnerships, or operational improvements
Serve as a strategic thought partner to the Director of Strategy and executive leaders, helping shape the company’s strategic planning process, Tier 1 KPIs, and annual operating cadence
Synthesize data, insights, and recommendations into clear, executive‑ready presentations for the Leadership Team and Board of Directors
Mentor and manage junior team members, fostering professional development and analytical rigor within the Strategy function
Monitor market trends, industry developments, and competitive dynamics to inform NinjaTrader’s strategic direction
What you’ll need
7+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, or private equity; experience in FinTech or trading industries preferred
Proven track record of leading cross‑functional strategic initiatives from ideation to execution
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to distill complex issues into actionable recommendations
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong communication and executive presence, with experience presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders
Ability to translate strategic questions into quantitative frameworks
A proactive, self‑starter mentality with a high degree of ownership, organization, and attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a fast‑moving environment while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines
Bonus Points For
Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and BigQuery
Financial modeling experience
Compensation The salary range for this role is $160,000–$180,000 USD, with an annual target bonus of 12 %. Bonus pay is based on individual performance (50 %) and company/team performance (50 %). Additional compensation includes a 401(k) plan with up to 3.5 % company match and annual paid time off of 18 days plus seven holidays.
Location Chicago, IL. Remote flexibility is available for candidates in select states.
Hybrid Work Schedule
In‑office Tuesday through Thursday; remote Mondays and Fridays
20 additional flexible remote days annually
5 company‑wide office‑optional weeks tied to major holidays
Core Benefits
Generous PTO
7 paid holidays annually plus 5 conditional holidays
1 service day annually
401(k) with 3.5 % company match
Paid parental bonding leave
Health, vision, dental coverage
Life and disability insurance covered 100 %
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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