Our client a leading High-Frequency Trading firm with offices in London, Chicago and Sydney are looking to hire an experienced EU Futures trader to join an existing desk in London to manage and optimize the existing strategies as well as research and develop new trades and mentor the junior traders on the desk.
Responsibilities:
- Continued development, optimization and progression of existing active strategies
- Conducting base research and quantitative analysis of European markets and market data
- New strategy idea generation, development and integration
- Active operation of strategies in response to market news and movements
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years working experience in financial markets preferably with HFT, algorithmic trading, or comparable experience
- Working knowledge/understanding of European exchange microstructure
- Have familiarity with incumbent and alternative trading platforms
- Ability to do light development a programming language, preferably C++, proficiency in other languages (e.g. Java, C#, C, Python, R) is desirable
- Strong math aptitude, analytical and problem solving skills
- Quantitative background in math/stats, science, engineering or economics/finance
- Proven team leadership and/or management experience
- Capable of maintaining focus with a strong drive for success
- Demonstrated ability to use good judgment and lead effectively while under pressure
- Values teamwork and has a proven ability to cooperate with others but still can think and work independently
- Self-motivated and self-directed in personal growth and learning
- Has the ability to communicate effectively written and orally
If you would like to be considered for the position of EU Futures Trader, or wish to discuss the role further then please leave your details below. Your resume will be held in confidence until you connect with a member of our team
