Junior Quantitative Electronic Trading Execution Associate for US Hedge Fund
JOB DESCRIPTION-
A US hedge fund is seeking a Quantitative Electronic Trading Execution Associate within its cross asset trading group to conduct quantitative analysis, market microstructure research and transaction cost analysis across its own execution platforms. This is a junior level hire with fantastic career progression prospects, so they are seeking those with two to five years experience.
The team is responsible for the execution research, development and management of funds trading activities. This is an excellent opportunity to join a world leading team on the execution side where the successful candidate will focus their research across equities, FX, fixed income or derivatives.
Responsibilities
On a daily basis you will develop a thorough understanding on execution strategies and transaction cost analysis as well as explore new ideas to improve existing execution logics and platforms. This is a client facing role, so strong communications skills are essential.
Qualifications
- Prior work experience within quant trading/research – Minimum two years
- Proven quantitative research skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience as a quantitative trader or a front-office quant on a trading desk is highly desirable
- Working knowledge of market microstructure research
- Bachelors or Masters in a quantitative discipline
Those with less than two years relevant experience need not apply.
In summary my client is a leading US hedge fund seeking a junior quantitative analyst/researcher to research and improve their current execution strategies and platforms through market microstructure research and transaction cost analysis with equities, FX, and fixed income.
Contact: Ben Harris on +44 (0) 203 141 8010
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