Systematic Trader

CW Talent Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Systematic Trader at a leading global hedge fund in Toronto. In this dynamic role, you will manage the execution of quantitative trading strategies, making real-time decisions to mitigate risks and adapt to market changes. Collaborating closely with developers and technology experts, you will enhance the trading platform and drive business growth by understanding market microstructures and defining technology needs. This position offers significant growth potential and the chance to make a real impact in a forward-thinking firm. If you're ready to take on this challenge, apply now and be part of a team that's changing the industry.

Benefits

Sign on fee

Massive growth potential

Competitive package

Impactful role

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from a leading institution is required.
• Experience in electronic trading is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily execution of quantitative systematic trading strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to oversee operations of the trading platform.
• Identify trends in market and strategy performance metrics.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strategic decision-making

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Quantitative trading systems

Monitoring systems

Job description

Director at CW Talent Solutions | Hedgefund Talent Advisory

Systematic Trader

A leading Global hedge fund has a thrilling opportunity available for a Systematic Trader to join their Toronto office.

You will be responsible for managing the daily execution of quantitative systematic trading strategies, making real-time decisions to mitigate risk, adjusting to changing market conditions, reacting to trading patterns, and handling various alerts from our sophisticated monitoring system. Collaborating with strategy developers and technology experts is essential to improve our trading platform and seize business opportunities effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with developers, researchers, and technology teams to oversee the daily operations of our systematic trading platform.
• Foster business growth by gaining a thorough understanding of market microstructure, products, regulations, and our trading platform (including new regions/venues/products), and defining new technology requirements.
• Drive continuous enhancements of our top-tier trading platform through design and implementation.
• Identify trends in market and strategy performance metrics to provide actionable insights.
• Develop and implement trading playbooks to manage macro event risks effectively.
• Take ownership of risk management measures and oversee trading activities.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Finance, Economics, or Business from a leading institution.
• Strong problem-solving and strategic decision-making skills, capable of maintaining a holistic view to make informed and justifiable decisions in a dynamic trading environment.
• Previous experience in electronic trading.
• Keen attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven self-starter with the drive and proactive mindset to learn and adapt to achieve desired outcomes.

If you are ticking these boxes, then this could be the role for YOU!! Join a team where you can make a real impact, in a role where not only is there significant growth potential for your position but for the firm as a whole.

Benefits:

• Join a team of already proven employees
• Sign on fee
• Massive growth potential
• Make a real difference with your impact in a firm
• Extremely competitive package

If this job posting seems different from those of our competitors, it’s because our clients really are different: it’s not just a slogan or a mantra. We are out to change an industry by building a better mousetrap. No tricks, no games, just top-tier candidates and excellent service to our clients. To do that, we need to hire the best of the best. So, what are you waiting for? Apply now!