Sr. Manager, Business Operations & Strategy

Sr. Manager, Business Operations & Strategy

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Welcome to the dynamic world of Ninja Trader! 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.

• Partner with executive and departmental leadership to define and operationalize strategic priorities across the organization
• Lead complex, cross‑functional projects that deliver on Ninja Trader’s growth ambitions—structuring work streams, 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 Ninja Trader’s strategic direction

• 7+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, investment banking, or private equity; experience in Fin Tech 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 Power Point
• 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

• Familiarity with SQL, Google Data Studio, and Big Query
• Financial modeling experience

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.

Chicago, IL. Remote flexibility is available for candidates in select states.

• 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

• 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.