Futures Operations Consultant - Deliveries | $60-$70/hour | Contract | Hybrid (Chicag

Position OverviewJoin a global Futures Operations team managing end-to-end physical delivery operations across major exchanges. The Delivery Senior Specialist ensures the accurate, timely, and compliant execution of physical deliveries arising from futures contracts. This role coordinates with internal stakeholders as well as clients, exchanges, and clearinghouses to prevent delivery failures and minimize operational risk.Job DetailsPay Rate: $60–$70/hourLocation: Hybrid – local to Chicago, IL requiredShift: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CTSchedule: Hybrid (3 days/week in-office after training)Contract Length: 6 months | Path to PermStart Date: ASAPKey ResponsibilitiesDelivery OperationsLead end-to-end delivery events including tenders, stops, assignments, and receipts for physically delivered futures contractsManage First Notice Day (FND), Last Notice Day (LND), and Last Trade Day (LTD) timelines across exchange-specific deadlinesEnsure accurate postings and timely closeout of deliveries in internal systemsMaintain real-time delivery trackers and clearing system updates for full status visibilityQuality Control & Risk ManagementReview team processing for accuracy and completeness; perform quality checks and approve high-risk actionsIdentify and resolve delivery breaks; escalate material issues to Delivery Manager, Risk, Compliance, or Legal as appropriateSupport dispute resolution on quantity, quality, pricing breaks, and clearing discrepanciesCompliance & DocumentationMaintain complete delivery files supporting internal audit, regulatory, and exchange inquiry requestsEnsure documentation complies with exchange standards, internal controls, and audit requirementsContribute to Written Supervisory Procedures (WSPs), checklists, and segregation-of-duties controlsRespond to exchange and regulatory inquiries with current knowledge of rules, timelines, and cut-offsTeam & Stakeholder CollaborationCoach and mentor teammates; provide on-the-job training and job aidsPartner with internal teams and external stakeholders including clients, exchanges, and clearinghousesFlexibility required for public holiday coverage and occasional shift adjustmentsRequired Qualifications5+ years of futures and options operations experience with a deliveries focusHands-on GMI experience and strong reconciliation skillsExpertise across CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX, and ICE US/EU; familiarity with MIAX, LME, EUREX, and EEX a plusSolid understanding of FND/LND/LTD mechanics, delivery elections, and exchange deadline managementAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookMust be local to Chicago, ILFuturesOperations #DeliveriesOperations #PhysicalSettlement #GMI #FuturesAndOptions #CME #CBOT #NYMEX #COMEX #ICUS #ICEFutures #MIAX #LME #EUREX #EEX #PostTradeOperations #Reconciliation #DerivativesOperations #CapitalMarkets #ChicagoJobs #RemoteFinanceJobs #ContractJobs #ContractToHire #PathToPerm #HybridWork #BankingJobs