Proprietary Equity Trader

Firm Overview

Our client is a privately held Single Family Office operating as a global proprietary trading house, with active strategies deployed across major international exchanges. The firm combines institutional-grade infrastructure, algorithmic execution, and deep market expertise to generate consistent, risk-adjusted returns. With a lean and agile setup, the team comprises approximately 25 traders supported by a broader group of 50 professionals spanning quant research, technology, and risk management. The firm fosters a performance-oriented culture defined by collaboration, meritocracy, and continuous innovation.

The Opportunity

As part of ongoing growth, the firm is seeking to hire experienced Proprietary Traders or Equity Traders with a strong track record in short-term and intraday strategies. The role is based in either Berlin or Munich , offering a high-impact opportunity within a well-capitalized trading platform that combines entrepreneurial autonomy with institutional-grade support. This is a compelling proposition for high-performing traders looking to scale existing strategies, gain access to sophisticated infrastructure, and benefit from profit-sharing arrangements in a stable, long-term capital environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and continuously refine proprietary trading strategies across equities and related instruments, with a focus on short-term, intraday, or high-frequency approaches.
• Leverage algorithmic tools and real-time market data to identify and capitalize on trading opportunities, ensuring optimal execution and trade efficiency.
• Monitor risk and exposure in real time , applying disciplined risk management practices and maintaining adherence to defined trading parameters.
• Collaborate closely with in-house quantitative researchers, data scientists, and developers to enhance model performance, execution logic, and trading infrastructure.
• Contribute to the firm’s intellectual capital by sharing market insights, research findings, and trading innovations with peers and leadership.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated success in proprietary or equity trading with a strong emphasis on short-term or intraday strategies .
• Experience in high-frequency trading (HFT) , statistical arbitrage, or market-making strategies is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C++, R) and familiarity with trading system development.
• Deep understanding of market microstructure , order book dynamics, and execution algorithms.
• Strong risk acumen with the ability to maintain composure and decision-making clarity under pressure.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to work in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment.

Why Join?

• Access to institutional-grade technology and infrastructure
• Performance-based compensation with substantial upside potential
• High degree of autonomy with minimal bureaucracy
• Opportunity to scale existing strategies within a collaborative and capital-backed platform
• Exposure to global markets, innovation, and continuous learning

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-resourced and agile trading firm with a global outlook and long-term capital base, where top talent is empowered to build and scale successful strategies.