Opportunity

Job description

Are you an experienced Quantitative Trader with specific expertise within HFT? Furthermore, are you excited by the prospect of playing a leading role within a newly founded, specialist prop shop?

If so, this opportunity could be perfect for you. My client has only been recently founded by a host of ex mainstream buy side executives who are looking to make a critical hire within their senior leadership team. As a result, you'll not only have the opportunity to drive change from the top down, but also be heavily involved in a hands on capacity with regards to the research, operation, and execution of high frequency algorithmic trading strategies for Digital Assets.

What will you get out of this role?

• Extremely competitive basic salaries and total compensation. Due to the early status of the fund they are flexible - nothing is off the table
• An extensive list of benefits such as private healthcare and hybrid working from home structure
• The opportunity to take responsibility for a team, imparting your experience and wisdom within HFT to junior traders working with you

What will you do in this role?

• Take ownership of the research and analysis of new HFT strategies for the fund
• Optimise efficiency of existing trading platforms whilst playing a pivotal role in technical direction of further greenfield functionalities
• Cultivate and lead a team of top tier traders, researchers, and analysts

What will you need?

• Demonstrated, extensive experience as a Quant Trader - ideally at least five years of commercial experience
• Rigorous understanding of the intricacies of algorithmic trading
• Competent programming skills with Python
• BSc/MSc in a quantitative subject from a reputable university

Get in touch to find out more - this is a truly exceptional opportunity with the potential to genuinely elevate your career.