Job Summary
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
As a QIS trader you will play a pivotal role in developing, managing, and executing quantitative investment strategies across multiple asset classes, including equities, fixed income, commodities, and FX.
What will you do?
* Work with a senior trader on the pricing of new trades and risk management of a cross asset QIS book.
* Trading Execution: Execute trades efficiently and effectively in accordance with the prescribed strategies and market conditions, leveraging sophisticated trading algorithms and platforms.
* Risk Management: Monitor and manage portfolio risk, ensuring adherence to risk limits and compliance with regulatory requirements.
* Strategy Development: Help with the Design and implement quantitative investment strategies across various asset classes to achieve competitive performance and manage risk.
* Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor and evaluate the performance of trading strategies, adjusting and optimizing as necessary to maintain competitive edge and profitability.
* Client Interaction: Engage with clients to understand their investment objectives and work with QIS structuring to provide tailored QIS solutions, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
* Collaboration: Work closely with other traders, quantitative analysts, and technology teams to enhance trading infrastructure and optimize strategy implementation.
* Help with strategy updates, and market insights for both internal and external stakeholders.
What do you need to succeed?
* Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Extensive experience in derivative trading or related roles within the financial services industry.
* Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB, and experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis.
* Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and trading dynamics across multiple asset classes.
* Analytical Acumen: Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.
* Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Team Player: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities.
What is in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
* A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
* Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
* Opportunities to work with the best in the field
* Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
* Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Job Skills
Additional Job Details
Address:
100 BISHOPSGATE:LONDON
City:
London
Country:
United Kingdom
Work hours/week:
35
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
CAPITAL MARKETS
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2024-11-15
Application Deadline:
2024-11-29
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
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