Senior Quant Trader

Crypto.com; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented individual to join their dynamic trading team in London. This role involves monitoring and managing risk, conducting research, and executing trades using advanced automated trading systems. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's or PhD in a quantitative field and have a proven track record in profitable trading. You will collaborate with quant developers to refine strategies and identify new market opportunities, thriving in a fast-paced environment. If you are adaptive, self-motivated, and eager to tackle challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of profitable trading experience in a bank or trading environment.
• Master’s or PhD in a quantitative analytical field required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk during local time zone + weekend shifts.
• Conduct research and facilitate hedging using automated trading infrastructure.

Skills

Python

Quantitative Analysis

Trading Strategies

Risk Management

Post-Trade Analysis

Education

Master’s or PhD in Mathematics

Degree in Statistics

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk during local time zone + rotation for weekend shift.
• Conduct research/pricing/execution to facilitate hedging by using our automated trading infrastructure.
• Improving existing strategies and developing new strategies
• Identifying new markets/opportunities
• Perform post-trade analysis of strategies.
• Collaborating with quant developers to implement trading strategies and system features.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s, or PhD in mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, or related quantitative analytical field.
• 5+ profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk in a bank, proprietary trading, or market making environment in any asset class.
• Demonstrable experience in successfully building and managing trades.
• Familiar with Python and have a keen interest in expanding your technical skillset.
• Think critically and strive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with high attention to detail and excellent organization skills.
• Are adaptive, self-motivated, enjoy challenges and significant responsibility, and thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments.