Director of Futures Operations

Webull

$165K — $205K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in front/middle office, preferably at a retail broker dealer
  • Extensive experience in Futures, futures options, and commodities market
  • Active Series 3 License

Responsibilities

  • Monitor daily futures and options trade flow, conducting trade inquiries and resolving issues
  • Configure parameters and establish liquidation thresholds for Futures Options and Futures Spreads
  • Track account-level trading, client cash flows, and buying power calculations
  • Address issues related to Futures order routing across various markets, including CME and NYMEX
  • Respond to client inquiries regarding account onboarding, margin calculations, and liquidation policies
  • Review accounts to manage position limits and order size limits
  • Coordinate with clearing firms, operations, and risk teams to resolve trade-related issues

Benefits

  • 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • 401(k) match and commuter benefits
  • Generous time off, including parental leave and volunteer days
  • Wellness benefits and pet insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement for career-related education
  • Catered meals and stocked kitchens for a collaborative environment
Full Job Description


About The Role & Team

We're expanding our Futures Operations team at Webull and are looking to bring on a Director of Futures & Prediction Markets. This role will sit in our Global HQ in St. Petersburg, Florida, and will play a critical role in supporting and scaling our rapidly growing futures business.

Following the launch of futures trading on the Webull platform in March 2024, this team has been instrumental in ensuring the growth and stability of our derivatives offering. In this role, you will collaborate closely with partners across compliance, risk, and operations, working together to oversee Futures Trading and Clearing. You'll also play a key role in ensuring the platform runs seamlessly while driving improvements across trading workflows, operational processes, and new product features as our futures and prediction markets capabilities continue to expand.

In This Role, You Will

  • Monitor the daily life of futures and options trade flow and perform trade inquiry research, investigation and issues resolution.
  • Assist in configuring parameters and establishing liquidation thresholds for Futures Options and Futures Spreads.
  • Monitor account level trading, client cash flows and buying power calculations.
  • Monitor and address issues related to Futures order routing in different markets including but not limited to CME, NYMEX, COMEX, CBT, ICE US, CFE and ICE EU. A solid background in Futures options is required.
  • Address client inquiries and questions via phone and written channels regarding account onboarding, Margin Calculations, liquidation policies and key deliverable dates.
  • Review specific accounts to address issues related to position limits, concentration and order size limits.
  • Coordinate with clearing firms, operations and risk teams to resolve trade related issues.


The Skills You Bring

  • 10+ years in front/middle office preferably at a retail broker dealer.
  • Extensive experience dealing with Futures, futures options and commodities market.
  • Active Series 3 License


What Makes You Stand Out

  • Background in managing client account futures, futures options and margin risk.
  • Risk background preferred


Why Webull?

Webull is more than a fintech company-we're a global community of innovators, collaborators, and trailblazers. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, FL, Webull operates in 14 regions worldwide, serving over 20 million users. At Webull, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work makes a real impact.

Investing in our people is a top priority for us, which is why we have a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, vision insurance, and more!
  • Financial Support: 401(k) match, commuter benefits for NY positions, and short-term disability coverage.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous time off that increases with tenure, paid parental leave, personal days, sick time, volunteer days and company holidays.
  • Wellness & Pet Care: Fitness and wellness benefits, plus pet insurance for your furry friends.
  • Investing in Your Future: We provide tuition reimbursement to help you pursue relevant degrees, certifications, and training that align with your career goals.
  • Dynamic Office Perks: Catered breakfast (every Monday) & lunches (every Friday), fully stocked kitchens, and monthly happy hours to connect and collaborate.


This role is based in our Global HQ in St. Petersburg, Florida where in-person collaboration fuels growth, mentorship, and innovation. At Webull, we're committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation. The base salary range is $165,000-205,000 annually, plus a discretionary bonus and full benefits. Final offers consider experience, location, and relevant qualifications.

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