Portfolio Manager - Equity Vol

Algo Capital Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global trading firm is seeking an Equity Volatility Portfolio Manager to join its team in London. The role involves taking positions in equity options markets, mentoring junior traders, and collaborating with analytics teams. The firm offers a sophisticated trading environment and competitive compensation, including bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Performance-based bonuses

Company-paid benefits

Qualifications

• Multiple years of consistent risk-adjusted returns across various market conditions.
• In-depth understanding of liquidity impacts on trading products.

Responsibilities

• Taking positions in Equity Options markets using volatility strategies.
• Mentoring junior traders.
• Monitoring trade execution costs and market impact.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants.

A global trading firm with a valuation exceeding $30bn is seeking an Equity Volatility Portfolio Manager (PM) to join its rapidly expanding team. The firm has developed one of the world’s most sophisticated computing environments for research and development, applying a scientific approach to trading financial products.

Responsibilities:

1. Taking positions in Equity Options markets using volatility strategies.
2. Communicating with Risk & Trading management teams about strategies and reasons for taking certain risks.
3. Monitoring trade execution costs and market impact, and reporting findings.
4. Supporting analytics and back-testing frameworks for trading strategies by collaborating with Quantitative and Data teams.
5. Mentoring junior traders.

Requirements:

1. Multiple years of consistent risk-adjusted returns across various market conditions.
2. Strong communication skills to clearly explain methodologies.
3. Ability to independently generate profits without relying on client flow.
4. Exceptional risk management capabilities during market volatility.
5. In-depth understanding of liquidity impacts on trading products.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a leading trading firm and generate PnL. The company fosters a community of self-starters motivated by cutting-edge trading technology. Compensation includes a sign-on bonus, performance-based bonuses, and company-paid benefits. Apply now to learn more.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Finance, IT, Business Development
• Industries: Financial Services, Capital Markets, Investment Management