Currencies Emerging Markets - Automated Trading Strategies FX and Precious Metals - Analyst or [...]

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking an Analyst or Associate for its Automated Trading Strategies team. Responsibilities include designing execution strategies and analyzing trading data. Ideal candidates have strong programming skills in C++ and Python, along with a background in quantitative trading. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic trading environment with a focus on risk management and strategy development.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in C++, Java, C#, Python are essential.
• Interest in quantitative trading and market microstructures is required.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement algorithmic orders for clients.
• Collaborate with technology to develop low latency infrastructure.
• Analyze algorithmic order execution for process improvement.

Skills

Interest in market microstructures and quantitative trading

Programming skills in C++, Java, C#, Python

Excellent communication skills

Strategic and creative problem-solving abilities

Understanding of risk management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science

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Currencies Emerging Markets - Automated Trading Strategies FX and Precious Metals - Analyst or Associate, London

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Overview

As an Analyst or Associate within the Automated Trading Strategies FX and Precious Metals team, you will work on the trading floor in London as part of the ATS front-office team. This role requires responsibility, independence, and coordination with the team to enhance desk profitability. Your responsibilities will include designing trading strategies, researching micro-patterns, building and maintaining applications, and supporting daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and implement algorithmic orders for clients and internal traders
• Collaborate with technology teams to develop low latency infrastructure
• Utilize liquidity sources to optimize order execution
• Develop post-trade and pre-trade transaction cost analysis models
• Analyze algorithmic order execution performance
• Understand and adhere to risk management policies and regulatory rules

Qualifications and Skills

• Interest in market microstructures and quantitative trading
• Programming skills in C++, Java, C#, Python
• Experience with agile development practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Strategic and creative thinking abilities
• Understanding of risk management

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or Computer Science
• Experience with agile methodologies
• Knowledge of macro markets and trading concepts
• Experience with electronic trading venues

This role involves UK regulated activities and requires meeting UK regulatory standards, including potential FCA and PRA approvals.

About Us

Morgan is a global financial services leader, committed to diversity and inclusion, providing strategic advice and products worldwide. We value our employees' talents and foster a culture of equality and opportunity.

About the Team

Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader in banking, markets, securities services, and payments, serving clients in over 100 countries.