<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Dream Exchange Jobs</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com</link><description>Open positions at Dream Exchange</description><item><title>SVP Trading Technology Operations</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com/job/649749/svp-trading-technology-operations</link><description>Dream Exchange is creating a new stock exchange that will focus on small business capital formation and diversity using the power of the American investing public. This new stock exchange will allow…</description><category/><location>Des Plaines, IL</location><media:description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Dream Exchange is creating a new stock exchange that will focus on small business capital formation and diversity using the power of the American investing public. This new stock exchange will allow investors to empower innovators and emerging businesses in a way that has never been done before.&nbsp;</p><p>We are a lean and tight-knit team and are looking for capable, product-oriented individuals who share our passion for accomplishing our purposes for the betterment of&nbsp;our country and the world.&nbsp;</p><p>We are looking for a Senior Vice President of Trading Technology Operations who will be effective in learning and managing tasks across multiple departments and a variety of duties. This is a fast-paced role in an exciting and expanding company.</p><p>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</p><p></p><p>•&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Report to the Chief Operating Officer on all exchange operations.</p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Serve as the technology and operations representative on the Executive Advisory Council to align &nbsp;&nbsp;  </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; priorities and expectations across the division and organization.  </p><p></p><p>•&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ability to influence colleagues to support business goals.</p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversee the day-to-day monitoring of systems and applications for the Dream Exchange.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ensure Operators validate system integrity on a daily basis.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepare daily report on electronic exchange system performance and measurement.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Prepare monthly presentations for Exchange Executive Council regarding system performance.  </p><p>•&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Chair daily production conference meetings of technology staff, gather and report technology &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;  </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; system compliance and performance incidents for prior trading day – recommend action for test   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; and &nbsp;validation to CCO.   </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsible for the Dream Exchange trading applications, including hosted applications. Act of   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; primary point of contact with all third-party service providers.   </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain technical operation and maintenance of these systems throughout operating hours.   </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Troubleshoot any issues and/or problems that may occur during a trading day in an efficient manner,   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; in order to assure continuous functionality of the applications with minimal disruption to any system   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; and optimal performance to exchange members.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversee (opening) start of day and/or (closing) end of day procedures necessary for market   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; functioning.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Create and maintain required documentation (e.g., financial reports, emergency procedural guides,   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; run books, design and business specifications, test plans and scripts) and provide data to CISO, CCO   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; and regulatory areas including efficient solutions.   </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversight of production releases as directed by COO.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Perform procedures to procure data for storage and audit.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Oversee all technology operations staff and perform system checkouts on staff and recommend any   </p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; corrective training or other actions to take when issues are discovered.   </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Creation and execution of test scripts for regression, capacity, operational and system testing.  </p><p>• &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsible for shift scheduling and turnover documentation.</p><p>•&nbsp; &nbsp; Deep operational expertise and experience related to capital markets products, operational and market risk, industry&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; best practices, technology/operational platforms, and the regulatory landscape.</p>]]></media:description></item><item><title>Exchange Technology Business Analyst</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com/job/703754/exchange-technology-business-analyst</link><description>Dream Exchange is creating a new stock exchange that will focus on small business capital formation and diversity using the power of the American investing public. This new stock exchange will allow…</description><category/><location>Des Plaines, IL</location><media:description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Dream Exchange is creating a new stock exchange that will focus on small business capital formation and diversity using the power of the American investing public. This new stock exchange will allow investors to empower innovators and emerging businesses in a way that has never been done before.&nbsp;</p><p>The purpose of the Business Analyst in the Dream Exchange is to discover, gather and document all information needed to create our functioning exchange.</p><p>The sources of information are regulatory, our exchange partner, external exchange entitles such as clearing, surveillance, Security Information Processors, and others.</p><p>The Business Analyst will organize the information along each purpose line, so it is readily available to each of the stakeholders that need it and the implementation team.</p><p>The Business Analyst will work with the legal team in identifying, defining and documenting regulatory procedures.</p><p><u>Role Objectives:</u></p><ul><li>Discovering, gathering and documenting all requirements, large and small.</li><li>Creating a system of organization so that the information is readily available, before it is needed.</li><li>Working with Quality Assurance to ensure the requirements are verifiable in the finished product.</li></ul><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><ul><li>Use all avenues of communication to gather all needed requirements.</li><li>Form an image of competence and can-do attitude when representing the Dream Exchange.</li><li>Work with project manager and implementation team to ensure all knowledge is established and known in the form required.</li><li>Track changes in requirements for change control needs.</li><li>Ensure that all work products that are defined in regulation are mappable back to a stated or referred regulatory requirement.</li><li>Qualify all requirements with an eye towards usability.</li></ul><p><u>Required Skills and Qualifications:</u></p><ul><li></li><li>Mid to senior level experience working in a tight organization</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Securities regulation experience</li><li>Analytical thinking and problem solving</li><li>Detail oriented</li><li>Stakeholder analysis</li><li>Both collaborative and independent work practice</li><li>Responsibility level necessary to provide solutions and not problems</li><li>Information organization skills</li><li>Willingness to consider alternate views</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software</li></ul><p><u>Preferred Skills and Qualifications:</u></p><ul><li>Understanding of networks, databases and other technology</li><li>Prior experience working in a National Market Exchange</li><li>Comfortable working in a highly regulated environment</li></ul><p><u>Physical Requirements:</u></p><ul><li>Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer</li><li>Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times</li></ul>]]></media:description></item><item><title>Legal Assistant</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com/job/946292/legal-assistant</link><description>Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Legal Department. This position plays a critical role in supporting the legal team across a broad…</description><category/><location>Chicago, IL</location><media:description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented&nbsp;Legal Assistant&nbsp;to join our Legal Department. This position plays a critical role in supporting the legal team across a broad range of responsibilities, including document management, legal research, calendar coordination, and preparation of legal materials. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, excellent writing and communication skills, and a high level of discretion and professionalism.</p><p>This is a full-time role, in office, with an expectation of occasional work outside standard business hours.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and maintain legal department calendars, deadlines, and document filing systems</li><li>Draft, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Assist with preparation of exhibits and responses to governmental and legal inquiries, including subpoenas</li><li>Conduct legal research, including review of Secretary of State filings and corporate governance documents</li><li>Convert and compare documents between PDF and Word formats; track and manage revisions</li><li>Support the preparation of materials for board meetings and legal submissions</li><li>Ensure accurate and confidential handling of sensitive information</li><li>Provide administrative support for internal legal operations and investor documentation</li><li>Take meeting minutes</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><p>Required:</p><ul><li>Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience as a legal assistant, preferably within a corporate or law firm environment with exposure to corporate law</li><li>Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Word; working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables a plus)</li><li>Strong understanding of legal terminology, processes, and document production standards</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines</li><li>Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills</li></ul><p>Preferred:</p><ul><li>Associate or Bachelor’s degree</li><li>Experience with LEXIS, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms</li><li>Prior involvement in document production processes, including bates stamping and exhibit preparation</li><li>Experience working with contracts, NDAs, intellectual property, corporate governance, or finance-related legal matters</li><li>Writing samples demonstrating legal writing ability, if applying for the role</li></ul><p>Candidate Profile</p><ul><li>Professional, dependable, and proactive</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to high-quality work and professional growth</li><li>Flexible and adaptable to evolving priorities and demands</li><li>Noteworthy track record of employment stability</li></ul>]]></media:description></item><item><title>Paralegal</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com/job/946295/paralegal</link><description>Position Summary We are seeking a knowledgeable and resourceful Paralegal to provide substantive legal support across a range of corporate, compliance, and governance matters. This role involves…</description><category/><location>Chicago, IL</location><media:description type="html"><![CDATA[<p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking a knowledgeable and resourceful Paralegal to provide substantive legal support across a range of corporate, compliance, and governance matters. This role involves legal research, document drafting, regulatory response preparation, and hands-on legal document management. The ideal candidate will possess strong legal writing skills, solid research experience, and the ability to handle sensitive legal matters with discretion and confidence. This is an in office position.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and maintain legal department calendars, deadlines, and document filing systems</li><li>Draft and edit legal documents, including contracts, NDAs, and governance materials</li><li>Conduct legal research including review of Secretary of State filings and corporate governance documents</li><li>Assist with preparation of responses to legal and governmental inquiries, including subpoenas</li><li>Convert and compare documents between PDF and Word formats; track and manage revisions</li><li>Prepare and manage exhibits, bates stamping, and document production for legal proceedings</li><li>Support the preparation of materials for board meetings and legal submissions</li><li>Ensure accurate and confidential handling of sensitive information</li><li>Provide administrative support for internal legal operations and investor documentation</li><li>Review corporate governance and finance-related documents for accuracy and completeness</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Required:</p><ul><li>Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience</li><li>Paralegal certification&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with corporate law or litigation law, regulatory filings, and legal research processes</li><li>Strong technical skills in Microsoft Word; experience with Excel&nbsp;</li><li>Exceptional legal writing and proofreading skills</li><li>Ability to manage complex legal workflows and prioritize deadlines</li><li>Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism</li></ul><p>Preferred:</p><ul><li>Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies or related field</li><li>Experience with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LEXIS)</li><li>Writing samples demonstrating legal drafting skills</li><li>Analytical, detail-focused, and efficient</li><li>Curious and motivated by legal problem-solving</li><li>Thrives in fast-paced environments with evolving legal priorities</li><li>Strong track record of consistent and dependable performance</li><li>Willing to learn and grow in the position</li></ul><p><br></p>]]></media:description></item><item><title>Accounting Manager</title><link>https://efp-services-llc.rippling-ats.com/job/959619/accounting-manager</link><description>&lt;b&gt;Position Summary:&lt;/b&gt; We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead and manage the full-cycle accounting responsibilities for Department 9. This role requires advanced…</description><category/><location>Chicago, IL</location><media:description type="html"><![CDATA[<p><b>Position Summary:</b></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounting Manager to lead and manage the full-cycle accounting responsibilities for Department 9. This role requires advanced Excel proficiency. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><p>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>Oversee the general ledger, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and expense classification.</p><p>Maintain compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal financial policies.</p><p>Prepare, analyze, and present financial reports, including budget variance analyses.</p><p>Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy across financial systems.</p><p>Develop and maintain well-organized and compliant financial records and audit trails.</p><p>Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide financial insights to support departmental decision-making.</p><p>Utilize Excel to generate custom reports, perform data analysis, and support forecasting efforts.</p><p><b>Qualifications</b></p><p><b>Required:</b></p><p>3–5 years of professional accounting experience.</p><p>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUP, formulas).</p><p>Strong knowledge of GAAP and standard accounting procedures.</p><p>Familiarity with accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, or comparable systems.</p><p>Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy in financial reporting.</p><p>Ability to work independently, follow established procedures, and meet strict deadlines.</p><p>Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.</p><p><b>Preferred:</b></p><p>CPA certification.</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.</p><p>Experience with SOX compliance or internal control frameworks.</p><p>Exposure to financial reporting for regulated industries or complex environments.</p><p><b>Candidate Profile</b></p><p>The successful candidate will be:</p><p>Highly analytical and capable of identifying and solving complex accounting problems.</p><p>Meticulous, structured, and process-driven.</p><p>Adaptable and able to learn new systems.</p><p>A proactive communicator who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.</p><p>Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.</p>]]></media:description></item></channel></rss>