Senior quantitative trader
My client has a very successful quantitative trading market making division which they want to expand. They are currently seeking a senior trader to head up their futures market making desk.
The role:
The role will involve implementing algorithms to trade on european futures markets. My client has collocation at all the major exchanges and teams of highly specialized and qualified developers to meet any development project requirements from strategy coding to exchange/gateway connectivity. Capital allocation is not a problem but bear in mind that the client is seeking to implement quantitative market making strategies that typically do not require capital amounts larger than $20m.
Profile:
- At least 3 years experience as a high frequency quantitative trader with an ability to implement trading algorithms from scatch.
- Experience managing a team would be a strong advantage.
- You must have a demonstrated ability to generate PL.
- My client will consider team moves such as trader+quant developer+software developer
- Experience trading the following markets: bund, bobl, schatz, euribor, sterling, eurostoxx, ftse, cac, dax.
- My client will consider intraday trading strategies with holding periods of seconds to hours.
- Sharpe ratio must be above 4.
- Education to at least masters level is a must. Ability to program in at least one language is a plus.
My client will offer very enticing packages to successful hires. You can expect a high base salary and a cut of PL.
We also have similar opportunities for high frequency quantitative traders active in the following markets: FX spot and futures, equity/futures/fixed income and commodity options traders, ETFs and commodity futures.
If you wish to discuss this opportunity over the phone prior to submitting your CV, you can call Alex on 02070780528 (qualified candidates only please).
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