Portfolio Manager - Cash Equities

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm in Ipswich is seeking a skilled PM to enhance strategies for their Cash Equities desk. This role focuses on high-frequency trading and offers an excellent opportunity for progression within the firm. Candidates should possess strong quantitative skills and a background in trading systems.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields.
• Experience in high-frequency trading and developing Sharpe ratio strategies.
• Hands-on experience with ultra-low-latency systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ultra-low-latency trading systems.
• Enhance alpha generation through innovative signal development.
• Communicate strategies and risk management to teams.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Statistical modelling

Time series analysis

Machine learning techniques

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

Location:

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Views:

3

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a skilled PM to develop strategies for their Cash Equities desk. This role entails conducting microsecond-level market analysis, developing ultra-low latency trading signals, and implementing high-performance systematic strategies into production. The focus will be on generating consistent PnL while maintaining exceptional Sharpe ratios. You'll work closely with researchers and engineers to optimize strategy performance and execution speed, with great opportunities for progression.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain ultra-low-latency trading systems for maximum efficiency in strategy execution
• Enhance alpha generation through innovative ultra-low latency signal development and strategy implementation
• Communicating with Risk & Trading management teams about strategies and reasons for taking certain risks
• Keeping track of trade execution costs & market impact and reporting data back
• Supporting analytics and back-testing framework for your trades by working with Quant and Data teams
• Mentoring junior traders

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related disciplines
• Proven experience in high frequency trading and developing high Sharpe ratio strategies for cash equities
• Wealth of experience in coding skills such as C++, Python and Java
• Hands-on experience with High Frequency Trading (HFT) and designing ultra-low-latency systems
• Proficiency in statistical modelling, time series analysis, and machine learning techniques
• Strong communication abilities in explaining your methodologies

This is an amazing opportunity to join a leading trading company and generate PnL. If you're ready to make a significant impact in HFT and are eager to progress within a leading proprietary trading firm, this role is for you. Please apply now to learn more.