SC
Programme
Graduate
Location
London
About the role
Join as a Junior Discretionary Trader working with senior traders to manage portfolios, execute trades, and develop trading strategies across multiple asset classes. Gain hands-on experience in risk management, portfolio monitoring, and collaboration with quantitative researchers.
Role Responsibilities
- Assist senior traders with daily portfolio monitoring, maintenance, and hedging.
- Collaborate with quantitative researchers to evaluate new trading opportunities.
- Generate PnL tracking and attribution reports based on trade ideas.
- Monitor portfolio performance and produce risk reports.
- Hedge books and allocate hedges appropriately.
- Execute complex trades that cannot be automated due to liquidity or complexity.
Required Qualifications
- Recent or soon-to-be graduate with relevant coursework or experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in quantitative or related fields like Mathematics, Economics, or Computer Science.
- Strong communication skills for global collaboration.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Programming skills essential, preferably Python.
Compensation and Benefits
- Minimum base salary $150,000 if located in New York.
- Eligible for discretionary bonuses, potentially significant portion of total compensation.
- Benefits may include health, dental, wellness plans, and 401(k) contributions.
- Compensation determined based on various factors.