High Frequency trader / HFT quant researcher – $500K + recruitment

My client has co-location at stock exchanges in Chicago, New York, London, Asia and Latin America and is active on futures, options, FX and equities. Further they are currently using the latest infrastructure technology using a microwave network. This gives them access to the lowest possible latencies well below 10 milliseconds round trip.They have a very attractive formulaic payout structure offering up to 50% of PL. This payout is without common measure to the payouts at most of the major trading firms active in HFT. This should clearly be a golden opportunity for a trader with a strong algorithmic Read more […]

July 5, 2012 • Tags: , , , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on High Frequency trader / HFT quant researcher – $500K + recruitment

Commodity Researcher Analyst recruitment

The major hedge fund in NYC is looking for a talented research analyst to join their commodities team of professionals. The right applicant will be involved in development of new and improvement of current investment trading strategies focus on strategies related to asset allocation. Applicant will work closely with portfolio managers, and perform statistical and economic data related to trading strategies, and implement new research ideas.RequirementsPhD/MS degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or similar quantitative fields2-5 years of experience with commodities and financial Read more […]

July 4, 2012 • Tags: , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Commodity Researcher Analyst recruitment

Derivatives Trader – FFA, Freight, Derivatives, Senior, USA, Chicago recruitment

You must be able to prove your previous success and profitability within the trading of freight derivatives and your trading book as a whole.In a market that has seen better days, this is an excellent opportunity not to be missed.The reason for this opening is due to the company expanding into the freight sector. Knowledge of the derivatives side of things is vital.Experience within any vessel sizes is fine.Experience across various markets would be ideal.Languages: You must speak English fluently and be able to read and write the English language alsoLocation: The role will be located in Chicago, Read more […]

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VP / Director level researcher – Quantitative / Systematic / Algorithmic Trading – New York Based quantitative hedge funds recruitment

My client is a multi-billion dollar investment manager that applies a multi-asset (equity, FX, futures, and commodities), multi-strategy, highly quantitative approach to investing, across the low, mid, and high frequency domains leveraging very sophisticated, fully systematic mathematical models that predict the movements in worldwide financial markets. The fund has been consistently profitable since inception, through its constant research of new innovative ways to generate alpha on various markets. We are now looking for additional researcher to join and work symbiotically within a larger research Read more […]

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Senior Crude Futures Broker, (Oil, Crude, Energy, Futures, Derivatives, NYC, Broker) recruitment

Responsibilities for Senior Crude Futures Broker, New York City, Salary:  Highly Competitive, (Oil, Crude, Energy, Futures, Derivatives, New York City, Broker) role:• Broking crude and product futures to produce positive brokerage revenues• Coverage of crude, brent, WTI futures with some other exposure across the barrel• Monitor energy futures market and advise clients on investments and strategies• Work closely with business development teamsSkills / Attributes required Senior Crude Futures Broker, New York City, Salary:  Highly Competitive, (Oil, Crude, Energy, Futures, Derivatives, Read more […]

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Market Making Developer recruitment

Job Description: Participate in the design and development of low latency electronic trading applications to support new business initiatives and increasing trading volumes.Participate in all phases of software development including project specification, development, testing, deployment to the production environment and post-production support.Work as part of a diversified team to deliver consistent services and products to the trading business in all regions where it operates.The role will involve a code optimization and tuning for speed and will be intimately involved with the development and Read more […]

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VP – Director level, Commodity Derivative Index Trader, Trader – Commodity indices, Proprietary Index Commodities trader, New York City, USA recruitment

JOB DESCRIPTION One of our clients, a top tier US investment bank, have presented us with a mandate as they seek a trader to join their Commodity Index business in New York. This role will have a dual focus with the primary responsibility to jointly run the main index trading book. This will also be alongside help in the continued build out of the business and another key responsibility will be to be the main conduit point between the trading desk and product control as this is an area where continued investment is going to be made. The group have a growing franchise business and there has been Read more […]

June 25, 2012 • Tags: , , , , , , , , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on VP – Director level, Commodity Derivative Index Trader, Trader – Commodity indices, Proprietary Index Commodities trader, New York City, USA recruitment

Experienced Commodity Prop Trader / Portfolio Manager required – Leading Proprietary Trading House – Chicago, IL recruitment

Montash Associates is partnering with a leading Chicago based proprietary trading house, and are looking to source an experienced Commodity Trader to join their market leading team.Currently, the group trades a number of different commodities, primarily softs.   They have had a successful year, and are now looking to grow out their present, expanding into new areas and building out their existing capabilities (utilising their existing relationships, infrastructure and connectivity more effectively). They are looking to add a highly experience, profitable trader to their team, to either grow Read more […]

June 24, 2012 • Tags: , , , • Posted in: Financial • Comments Off on Experienced Commodity Prop Trader / Portfolio Manager required – Leading Proprietary Trading House – Chicago, IL recruitment

Market Leading Bunker house – Team lead Senior Bunker trader and business development – Houston, USA recruitment

JOB DESCRIPTION You would be working closely with sales and traders across a full suite of products.Required of the candidate:My client is looking to expand its new office in Houston.  They are looking for a senior bunker trader who has experience trading multiple products within the cargo arena.  The successful candidate will have exceptional communication skills and will be very strong client facing.  In this role business development will be a key feature as well as trading, therefore strong contacts and experience of operating within US markets is essential.  The role will require regular Read more […]

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Commodities Quantitative Associate/ Trader recruitment

Interested candidates must have taken risk and managed capital, or closely supported a Portfolio Manager/ Trader who managed capital. The candidate must have B.A / B.S or advanced degree from a top university in a quantitative field. The Quantitative Associate/ Trader will work with a team of traders, analysts, Portfolio Managers, Principals of the firm, and the Chief Operating Officer.    Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Developing and implementing new quantitative strategiesPerforming independent research and analysisReviewing and relating relevant research to the teamOpportunity Read more […]

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