Algo Credit Trader - Associate/VP

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European Bank seeks a Credit Algo Trader at the Associate or VP level in Slough. This role offers the chance to design and optimize trading strategies, work with various teams, and grow within a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a strong background in algorithmic fixed income trading and proficiency in Python.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in algorithmic fixed income trading.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong programming ability, especially in Python.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies.
• Collaborate with technology teams to improve trading performance.
• Monitor trading activity and analyze market conditions.

Skills

Programming skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Python

Job description

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Algo Credit Trader - Associate/VP, slough

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Client:

Selby Jennings

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a leading European Bank, are looking for a Credit Algo Trader to join their team at either Associate or Vice President level. From market making on EUR Corporate and Financial bonds to developing new trading strategies and working closely with other teams such as Operations and Sales, this position allows you to be an integral part of a growing business with excellent progression potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and optimize algorithmic trading strategies for credit products, with a focus on market-making and liquidity provision.
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers, technology teams, and credit traders to enhance execution quality and trading performance.
• Monitor and analyze real-time trading activity, market conditions, and strategy performance to identify opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Contribute to the development of pricing models, signal generation, and execution logic within a systematic trading framework.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk controls.

The right candidate will have:

• 3 -7 years of experience within algorithmic fixed income trading, preferably within credit markets.
• Strong programming skills, especially in Python.
• Proven track record of developing and managing profitable trading strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Fluency in English.

Please apply today to learn more about this excellent opportunity.