Portfolio Manager - Equity Vol

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global trading firm seeks an Equity Vol PM to spearhead trading strategies within a sophisticated computing environment. As part of a rapidly growing team, the role involves managing risks, mentoring traders, and leveraging analytics to enhance trading performance. This opportunity promises an exciting challenge and a competitive compensation package including bonuses.

Benefits

Company-paid medical benefits

Performance bonuses

Qualifications

• Strong risk-adjusted returns in various market conditions.
• Ability to independently generate profits.
• Outstanding risk management during market volatility.

Responsibilities

• Taking positions in Equity Options markets.
• Communicating strategies with Risk & Trading management.
• Supporting analytics with Quant and Data teams.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Volatility strategies

Job description

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A global $30bn+ trading firm are seeking an Equity Vol PM to join a rapidly growing team. They have built one of the world’s most sophisticated computing environments for research and development, bringing a scientific approach to trading financial products.

Responsibilities:

• Taking positions in Equity Options markets using volatility strategies
• Communicating with Risk & Trading management teams about strategies and reasons for taking certain risks
• Keeping track of trade execution costs & market impact and reporting this back
• Supporting analytics and back-testing framework for your trades by working with Quant and Data teams
• Mentoring junior traders

Requirements:

• Multiple years of strong risk-adjusted returns in a variety of market conditions
• Strong communication abilities in explaining your methodologies
• Ability to make profits independently without reliance on client flow
• Outstanding risk management capabilities during periods of market volatility
• In-depth understanding of how liquidity conditions impact the products you specialize in trading

This is an amazing opportunity to join a leading trading company and generate PnL. This firm has cultivated a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the forefront of trading technology. A sign-on and formula-based bonus may be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical/other benefits. Apply now to learn more.