Systematic Trading - Executive Director

J.P. Morgan

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 350,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage
Retirement savings plan
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health support

Job summary

A leading financial institution in New York is seeking an Executive Director for their systematic trading division. The role involves enhancing client execution through systematic liquidity provision, managing risk, and collaborating with technology and research teams. Candidates should have a strong track record in systematic trading, experience in US markets, and proficiency in quantitative analysis using tools like Python. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Experience in trading & managing risk particularly in US markets.
  • Proven track record in systematic trading profitability.
  • Fluency in data analysis with a strong command of relevant tools.

Responsibilities

  • Research & implement trading signals & liquidity provision strategies.
  • Develop alpha signals for the CRB portfolio.
  • Manage profitability of trading and alpha signals.
  • Develop risk pricing & execution cost models.
  • Collaborate with technology and quant research teams.

Skills

Trading & risk management in US markets
Systematic trading strategies
Quantitative data analysis using Python
Organizational skills
Strong communication skills

Tools

Python
Pandas
KDB

Job description

Equities - Systematic Trading - Executive Director

New York, NY, United States

Job Information
  • Job Identification 210625760
  • Job Category Algo Trading
  • Business Unit Commercial & Investment Bank
  • Posting Date 22/08/2025, 12:51 am
  • Locations 383 Madison Ave, New York, NY, 10179, US
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Base Pay/Salary New York,NY $200,000.00-$350,000.00
Job Description

As an Executive Director Trader of US Cash Equities Central Risk Book (CRB) in Global Equities you will work in close partnership with our technology and quant research professionals to enhance client execution through systematic liquidity provision, research & implement strategies to improve desk profitability and manage the risk & operation of our systematic trading.

US Cash Equities provides risk and agency-trading capabilities to global clients executing in US-listed stocks.

Job Responsibilities
  • Research & implementation of trading signals & liquidity provision strategies in US cash equities & futures
  • Development of alpha signals to overlay across the entire CRB portfolio
  • Manage and track the profitability of productionized trading and alpha signals
  • Oversight & development of the systematic risk management of the desk’s portfolio using risk models & optimisers
  • Development of risk pricing & execution cost models to reduce costs & improve profitability
  • Collaborate proactively with the CRB technology & quant research team members, as well as with the global CRB team
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
  • Experience trading & managing risk in US markets
  • Proven trading track record of systematic trading profitability & understanding of common systematic trading strategies
  • Fluency in quantitative data analysis using latest tools, preferably python, pandas & KDB
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communication, both real-time & technical communication
About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.

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