Senior Operations Lead

Company Overview

hermeneutic Investments is a best-in-class proprietary trading firm and hedge fund. It deploys research-driven discretionary and systematic strategies as well as makes strategic long-term investments. The partners' decade-long history of success in trading and business building and a firm-wide cultural emphasis on alpha generation, open debate, relentless iteration, and teamwork are key to the firm's continued expansion in a challenging market environment that has hamstrung competitors. A hard-wired emphasis on risk management and opportunistic market participation ensure that hermeneutic Investments will continue its growth trajectory in the coming decades.

Job Overview

The Operations Lead supports and executes the firm's day-to-day non-investment operations, ensuring smooth execution of trading, technology operations, compliance processes, vendor coordination, and operational workflows.

This role requires a detail-oriented, proactive operator with an understanding of hedge fund processes and familiarity with or strong interest in the crypto ecosystem.

You'll report directly to the COO and work closely with both senior leadership and cross-functional teams to maintain operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Execution:

• Execute and monitor core business operations including trade lifecycle processes, data management, compliance procedures, and vendor coordination
• Support workflow optimization between research, trading, compliance, and technology teams
• Assist in cross-functional projects focused on process improvement and automation
• Track and report on operational KPIs and process metrics

Crypto Operations:

• Support wallet management workflows (hot, cold, MPC custody) and settlement processes
• Monitor and document staking, bridging, and smart contract interactions
• Execute trade lifecycle processes: trade capture, margin tracking, settlements, and reconciliation
• Support operational security initiatives

Technology & Infrastructure Support:

• Coordinate with engineering teams on trading infrastructure maintenance, system monitoring, and incident documentation
• Support business continuity testing and documentation
• Assist in implementing and maintaining middle/back office technology platforms/processes

Middle & Back Office Operations/Analysis:

• Execute post-trade processes including daily reconciliations, margin management, collateral monitoring, and trade settlements
• Help ensure data accuracy across fund admin, prime broker, and custody partners
• Maintain internal dashboards and operational reporting and procedures

Investor Operations Support:

• Support client onboarding, reporting preparation, and investor communications
• Assist with operational due diligence materials for prospective investors
• Help communicate operational processes and controls as needed

Requirements

• 8-12 years of experience in operations within hedge funds, trading firms, or crypto financial services
• Solid understanding of financial markets, trading systems, trading operations, and operational risks
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and communication skills
• Systematic mindset and self-sufficient approach to analysis and investigations
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities
• Proven track record of process execution and continuous improvement
• Bachelor's degree required; finance, technical, or business education preferred
• Python or equivalent programming competency is a strong plus

Interview Process

After you apply, you can expect the following interview process:

• CV Screening – We will review your application based on the qualifications and experience outlined above.
• HR Interview – If further clarification is needed, a brief call may be scheduled to better understand your background.
• Technical Interview – Interviews with multiple stakeholder teams to assess your skill set and cross-functional collaboration.
• Hiring Manager Interview – To gain a deeper understanding of your experience, overall skill set, and cultural fit.
• Co-Founder Interview – A concluding discussion to evaluate cultural fit, strategic alignment, and how you resonate with the firm’s values.

Throughout the process, you'll be assessed for cultural fit through our company values:

• Drive – We believe the best team members are deeply passionate about what they do. That passion fuels their growth, drives them to seek out the best teams, and leads them to hold high expectations of themselves in pursuit of excellence.
• Ownership – We aim to extend ownership as broadly as possible across the firm. In return, we value people who take initiative, step up when needed, and treat the company’s goals as their own.
• Judgment – We value those who see the big picture and focus on what truly drives impact and results. They use time wisely, adapt across domains, and always prioritize outcomes over comfort zones.
• Openness – We foster a culture of open communication, mutual challenge, and shared growth. We believe constructive debate and proactive knowledge sharing lead us closer to the truth—and better decisions.
• Competence – We work with people who bring exceptional intellectual strength. What sets them apart isn’t just what they know—it’s how they use what they know to navigate change, adapt quickly, and contribute meaningfully in fast-changing environments.
• Resilience – We perform under pressure. Markets move fast, and so do we—but we stay grounded, focused, and calm. We embrace uncertainty, learn from setbacks, and adapt quickly without losing sight of long-term goals.