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Quant Trading Associate - Amsterdam

Join CTC's Amsterdam team as a Quant Trading Associate, an entry-level role offering broad exposure to trading, quantitative analysis, and technology in a collaborative global environment.

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Role and Responsibilities

  • Work as part of a trading team using technology and quantitative analysis to identify trading opportunities.
  • Collaborate with traders, risk managers, software engineers, and quants during trading.
  • Learn all aspects of tech-driven trading operations to generate trading revenue.
  • Participate in data-driven research for alpha generation.
  • Develop expertise in financial markets and trading technology through integrated curriculum.
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Training and Development

  • Receive formal classroom education on options pricing, theory, and programming.
  • Gain practical exposure through mock trading and real-time trading experience.
  • Benefit from one-on-one mentorship with senior firm members.
  • Experience continuous learning in a dynamic business environment.
  • Exposure to different product areas and responsibilities.
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Candidate Requirements

  • Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in any major or concentration.
  • Demonstrated record of academic or other success.
  • Willingness to relocate to Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
  • Proficient in Python programming.
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Candidate Attributes

  • Competitive drive and motivation enhanced by teamwork.
  • Aspiration to collaborate with diverse experts to provide world-class liquidity.
  • Enjoy solving complex problems and intellectual curiosity.
  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both written and verbal.