VP, Precious Metals Options Trading & Market Strategy

Morgan Stanley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a highly motivated trader to join the Global PM Trading team, focusing on managing our non-linear trading business during North American hours.

The role involves client flow management, risk-aware trading decisions, developing strategies with the global PM team, and collaborating with regional sales and structuring to expand the PM franchise across institutional clients. Base pay ranges are provided for Associate and VP levels, with additional compensation possibilities.

Responsibilities

• Quote, price, and risk manage client flow across the PM volatility markets during the North American trading session
• Develop and implement effective risk management strategies in partnership with the global PM trading team to optimize portfolio performance and capital efficiency
• Manage and monitor trading positions, ensuring disciplined risk oversight and timely execution of trading decisions
• Expand Morgan Stanley's PM franchise by actively supporting and growing trading activity across a diverse client base, including institutional investors, hedge funds, asset managers, banks, and other market participants
• Collaborate closely with regional and global trading, sales, and structuring teams to identify opportunities, enhance market coverage, and deliver innovative client solutions
• Contribute to the ongoing development of trading strategies, pricing frameworks, and risk management tools across the PM platform
• Maintain strong awareness of market developments, volatility dynamics, regulatory changes, and client trends impacting the PM markets

Job description

Morgan Stanley is seeking a highly motivated trader to join the Global PM Trading team, focusing on managing our non-linear trading business during North American hours.

The role involves client flow management, risk-aware trading decisions, developing strategies with the global PM team, and collaborating with regional sales and structuring to expand the PM franchise across institutional clients. Base pay ranges are provided for Associate and VP levels, with additional compensation possibilities.