Portfolio Manager - Equity Vol

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

Job summary

A global trading firm is seeking an experienced Portfolio Manager for Equity Volatility to join their team in Wakefield. You'll utilize sophisticated computing for trading, mentoring junior traders, and managing risks in volatile markets while enjoying a strong compensation package, including potential bonuses.

Benefits

Company-paid medical benefits

Formula-based bonuses

Qualifications

• Multiple years of strong risk-adjusted returns.
• Outstanding risk management capabilities during periods of market volatility.
• Ability to explain methodologies clearly.

Responsibilities

• Taking positions in Equity Options markets using volatility strategies.
• Communicating with Risk & Trading management teams.
• Mentoring junior traders.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Quantitative analysis

Trading strategies

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wakefield, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Portfolio Manager - Equity Volatility

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.