Portfolio Manager – Futures & FX

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a Portfolio Manager to join their futures and Forex team. The successful candidate will develop and manage trading strategies to capture market inefficiencies while overseeing risk management and portfolio performance. Ideal candidates will have a strong quantitative background and a proven track record in trading.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in quantitative trading with strong performance metrics.
• Ability to handle market volatility and maintain composure under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage systematic trading strategies and portfolios.
• Monitor and enhance strategies to ensure attractive returns.
• Oversee investment processes from idea generation to execution.

Skills

Quantitative trading

Risk management

Strategic thinking

Statistical analysis

Education

STEM background

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bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

A global hedge fund offering one of the top 5% PnL share are hiring Portfolio Manager for their futures and Forex team. With an excellent infrastructure to plug into. You will be working for a business with demonstrated positive returns, one of the top players in the market with a strong global brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop systematic trading strategies to capture various market inefficiencies
• Oversee the investment process from idea generation to production and ongoing risk monitoring and portfolio management
• Improve existing strategies, develop new strategies and adapt to changing market environments.
• Deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns uncorrelated with the market and common risk factors.

Requirements:

• Experience with trading quantitatively driven strategies
• Have a track record of at least 3+ years with compelling return and Sharpe ratio
• Experience in statistical arbitrage, systematic futures.
• The ability to remain calm, focused and resilient under challenging situations
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics background preferred

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, please feel free to apply now