Algorithmic Trading Business Analyst

For this Investment Banking Giant we are looking for an Algorithmic Trading Business Analyst with strong end-to-end trade flows understanding and e-trading experience to join the best Algo team in London.

Role Overview

·         Listed Derivatives IT has an opportunity for a Business Analyst for the Algorithmic Trading flow.

·         Working with the various international Front-to-Back teams; Front Office trading, FIX Client Onboarding, Compliance, Clearing, to document order flow and implement new functionality.

·         Liaise closely with the LD Algo Business to define and document process enhancements, new trading strategies, etc.

·         Creating multiple types of analysis documents including Business Requirements, Functional Specifications and Functional Test Cases.

·         Work with Global development teams and QA test teams to ensure requirements are well understood and functionality is delivered and tested as per requirements.

 

Candidate Skills

·         Excellent Analytical Skills with attention to detail.

·         Self starter who is results driven and is able to work in a fast moving Front Office IT environment and not afraid to work under pressure.

·         Very knowledgeable in Algorithmic Trading and Listed Derivatives Order flow and

·         Good understanding of LD instruments. Knowledge of FX Instruments a plus.

·         Good understanding of LD rules and regulations especially around Internalisation of Listed Derivatives instruments.

·         Effective verbal and written communication skills.

·         Technical savvy with the ability to create functional specifications and coordinate activities with Developers and QA teams.

·         Good understanding of FIX protocol, SQL and UNIX highly desirable.

·         Ability to drive and support a product development process.

·         5+ years experience as a Business Analyst.

·         Team player with a ‘can do’ approach.

·          Basic Project Management skills essential

August 5, 2013 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

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