JOIN US ON OUR MISSION TO BECOME THE #1 RETAIL TRADING PLATFORM IN THE WORLD

Welcome to the dynamic world of NinjaTrader! As an industry-leading trading platform and futures broker, we're on a mission to empower traders to take control of their financial destiny. How do we do it? We provide cutting-edge products and services that enhance the trading journey. Whether a seasoned pro or just starting out, NinjaTrader equips traders with award-winning software and brokerage services to navigate the world's leading financial markets with confidence.

Our growth story is nothing short of exhilarating. Over the last 20 years, NinjaTrader has been dedicated to understanding and supporting traders on their journey toward trading triumph. In the last 5 years alone, our user base has grown by 400% to over 2 million users and we have become the number one rated futures brokerage worldwide.

But we're not stopping there. We're constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and modernizing the futures industry. Our commitment to innovation means users will always have access to dynamic tools, real-time support, and a community of like-minded traders.

So, why work at NinjaTrader? Here, you're not just part of a team; you're part of a movement. We empower employees to reach new heights in their careers by providing a dynamic culture focused on social connection, professional development, and employee recognition initiatives. Sounds too good to be true? Take it from our employees.

Join us as we redefine what's possible in trading, advocate for our customers, and continue our journey toward becoming the world's top retail-focused trading platform in the world.

What you’ll do:

We are seeking a highly motivated and driven Business Operations & Strategy Associate to report to the Director of Business Operations & Strategy and support our Corporate Strategy Department. The Business Operations & Strategy team is NinjaTrader’s internal consulting arm that is tasked with helping stakeholders across the business problem solve, strategize, and solution on strategic matters. This is a highly visible role that offers a unique opportunity to work with cross-functional leadership on business analyses, strategy development, and business case creation. In this role you will also go in-depth on business analysis, customer analysis, and market intelligence. From day one, you will have a front row seat to strategic decision making and analysis that will help NinjaTrader continue to provide a best-in-class offering for its customers. There is opportunity for growth in this role and with demonstrated success driving cross-functional strategic initiatives.

In this role, you will:

Collaborate with key business stakeholders, including cross-functional leadership across the business, to develop and implement business unit strategies
Lead and support cross-functional projects to deliver on NinjaTrader’s growth ambition, including conducting objective analyses & developing insights on business performance
Analyze customer activity and business drivers to inform key insights, identify trends, and develop recommendations to accelerate growth
Conduct in-depth research and business analysis to identify key business trends, threats, and opportunities
Create financial models to develop business cases and support key business stakeholders
Research and develop analyses on market trends, industry developments, emerging technologies, and other market developments affecting our business and/or strategic initiatives
Serve as a sounding board and strategic partner to senior leadership as a ‘force multiplier’ across the business
Assist in the preparation of materials for the Executive Team and Board of Directors

What you’ll need:

2+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, private equity, or a similar role; Experience in FinTech preferred but not required
High EQ, ability to work cross-functionally throughout the organization, proven ability to work with and present to senior leadership, and team player mentality
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills required; Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and BigQuery or other database tools preferred, but not required
Proven ability to synthesize financial and strategic data into actionable insights; strong communication skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership
Financial modeling experience to put together business cases and enable the business to make data-driven decisions
A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. Willingness to work long hours on an as-needed basis

Compensation:

The salary range for this role will be $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 USD. In addition, this position will also receive an annual target bonus of 10%. Bonus pay at NinjaTrader is based on individual performance (50%) as well as company/team performance (50%).

Salary and bonus earnings are only two components of the total compensation package offered by NinjaTrader. NinjaTrader offers a 401K plan through ADP under which the company will match up to 3.5% of employee contributions. Annual PTO allowance begins at 15 days per year (some positions may qualify for more) plus seven paid holidays. Additional details on our total compensation package and benefits are listed below.

Our Core Benefits Include:

Hybrid Schedule with Extra Remote Flexibility (Totaling over 55% remote time)
Generous PTO
7 Paid Holidays Annually + 5 Conditional Holidays Annually
1 Service Day Annually
401k with 3.5% Company Match
Health, Vision, Dental Coverage
Life and Disability Insurance Covered 100% by NinjaTrader
Flexible Spending Accounts for Transit and Parking
Gym Membership

Location: This role is based in Chicago, IL. There may be remote flexibility for exceptional candidates in the following states: California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.

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.