Portfolio Manager - Equity Vol

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

Job summary

A global trading firm seeks an 'Equity Vol PM' to enhance its team. The role involves taking positions in Equity Options using advanced strategies, communicating effectively, and mentoring juniors. Candidates should demonstrate exceptional performance in varied market conditions, with potential for significant earnings and bonuses.

Benefits

Company-paid medical benefits

Formula-based bonus

Qualifications

• Multiple years of strong risk-adjusted returns.
• Ability to make profits independently.
• Outstanding risk management in volatile markets.

Responsibilities

• Taking positions in Equity Options markets using volatility strategies.
• Communicating with Risk & Trading management about strategies.
• Supporting analytics and back-testing framework for trades.

Skills

Strong risk management capabilities

Strong communication abilities

In-depth understanding of liquidity conditions

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.