Portfolio Manager - Cash Equities

Algo Capital Group; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading proprietary trading firm is seeking a skilled Portfolio Manager to develop strategies for their Cash Equities desk, focusing on high-frequency trading. This role entails the creation of ultra-low latency trading signals and optimizing strategy performance while mentoring junior staff. The position offers substantial opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic trading environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-frequency trading.
• Experience developing high Sharpe ratio strategies.
• Hands-on experience designing ultra-low-latency systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ultra-low-latency trading systems.
• Enhance alpha generation through innovative signal development.
• Mentor junior traders and manage risk communications.

Skills

C++

Python

Java

Statistical modelling

Time series analysis

Machine learning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst, Finance, and Research

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Business Consulting and Services

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