Emerging Markets FX Trading Analyst – Quant & Algo Focus

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking an Analyst in the Currencies Emerging Markets Trading team. The successful candidate will manage the electronic FX trading franchise, responsible for price delivery and risk management. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (Python, C++, or Java), and an interest in quantitative trading. This role offers exposure to trading strategies and seasoned professional experience within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science.
• Object-Oriented Programming experience with one of Python, C++ or Java.
• Interest in market microstructures and quantitative trading.
• Experience with KDB is an advantage.
• Experience managing client relationships directly is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage JPM's electronic FX franchise including price delivery and risk management.
• Develop, backtest and refine trading strategies using various data sources.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming (Python, C++ or Java)

Interest in market microstructures

Experience with KDB

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Mathematics, Physics or Computer Science

Job description

A leading global financial services firm is seeking an Analyst in the Currencies Emerging Markets Trading team. The successful candidate will manage the electronic FX trading franchise, responsible for price delivery and risk management. Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (Python, C++, or Java), and an interest in quantitative trading. This role offers exposure to trading strategies and seasoned professional experience within a dynamic environment.