Anson McCade

Junior Discretionary trader

Posted: just now

Job Description

AMC/THO/JDT001Overview for Junior Discretionary TraderMy client is a global investment management firm that utilizes a diversified portfolio of systematic and quantitative strategies across financial markets that seeks to achieve high quality, uncorrelated returns for our clients. They have deep expertise in trading, technology and operations and attribute their success to rigorous scientific research. As a technology and data-driven firm, they design and build their own cutting edge systems, from high performance trading platforms to large scale data analysis and compute farms.Responsibilities of Junior Discretionary TraderCollaborate with senior traders and quantitative researchers to structure and evaluate new trading opportunitiesGenerate PnL tracking and attribution reports based on trade ideasMonitor and analyze portfolio performance to generate risk reportsHedge books and allocate hedges appropriatelyExecute large or complex trades which cannot be automated due to complexity or liquidity constraintsQualifications for Junior Discretionary TraderRecent, or soon to be graduate, with relevant course work, internship, or other applicable experience orknowledgeBachelor’s degree in a quantitative or related field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Engineering,OperationsResearch, Computer Science, Physics, Economics, FinanceStrong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with teammates globallyStrong sense of urgency with the ability to work well in a fast-paced environmentProgramming skills essential, with at least one major programming or scripting language, strong preference forPython.

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