Lead Partnerships Manager
The Role
The Lead Partnerships Manager will oversee broker onboarding end-to-end, manage FIX connectivity for a rapidly expanding client base, and collaborate with FIX infrastructure partners.
Responsibilities
- Lead broker onboarding from certification to FIX go-live readiness
- Manage multiple FIX connectivity workstreams simultaneously
- Collaborate with FIX infrastructure partners like Broadridge’s Itiviti and NYFIX Trading Hub
- Own FIX message configuration and customization
- Support expansion into new asset classes and trading regions
- Act as an escalation point for FIX-related issues
- Document and migrate connection records into Salesforce
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal guidelines
- Optimize onboarding, testing, and deployment processes
- Enable CX teams through documentation and training
Requirements
- 7+ years of FIX protocol, broker onboarding, and trading system integrations experience
- Experience with multiple asset classes and regional trading partners
- Hands-on experience with Broadridge/Itiviti and NYFIX
- Deep knowledge of FIX 4.2/4.4, message formatting, and electronic trading workflows
- Proven project management skills
- Familiarity with trading platforms and EMS/OMS ecosystems
- Skilled in UAT and production testing tools
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented
- Flexibility to work outside standard business hours
Bonus
- Prior experience in FinTech, trading platform provider, asset manager, or broker-dealer
- Experience with FIX-over-TLS or managed connectivity hubs
- Fixed income trading connectivity experience
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM/ticketing systems
- Experience with process automation or self-service tools
About Ridgeline
Ridgeline is a leading investment management platform that provides a single, real-time data set and embedded AI to help firms automate complexity, accelerate collaboration, and deliver tailored client experiences at scale.
Company Information
Ridgeline is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Compensation and Benefits
The typical starting salary range for this role is $124,000 - $155,000, with a range of $136,000 - $170,000 in select locations.