Equity Derivative analyst
The position would suit a derivative professional with experience as junior to a PM from the buyside on a derivative desk, role will focus around idea generation, and candidate should be Volatility savvy. We are looking for knowledge of the main models, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Strong excel and option theory are accepted as a given for this role. Outside this we are looking fro strong communication skills, and ability to generate ideas for trading. Knowledge should include skew, convexity, dividend analysis, good understanding of dialy v weekly Var and how to express ideas through derivative strategies.
We are looking to move quickly for this role. A good understanding of Vol plays, whether through experience in Vol arb, or as a number two on a buyside derivative desk. We are looking for buyside experience for this position. The role might suit someone who's fund has had capital issues, or someone looking for a leading bank and a more strategic trading position. The role is tactical and works closely with trading, but is not a trader position, more along the lines of non publishing tactical derivative strategist.
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