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WorldQuant

Junior Execution Trader

New York, NY · Hybrid

$125K - $150K/yr

Monitor execution across equities, FX, Futures and other asset classes, trading in different ... fixed income, credit, derivatives) Location: NYC Our Benefits: * * Core Benefits: Fully paid ...

UBS

Execution Trader, Asset Management

New York, NY · On-site

... teams, and senior traders to deliver best-in-class execution across a broad range of equity ... You will: • execute cash equities, ETFs, and listed equity derivatives across U.S. and global ...

WorldQuant LLC

Junior Execution Trader

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Monitor execution across equities, FX, Futures and other asset classes, trading in different ... income, credit, derivatives) Location: * NYC * Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental ...

WorldQuant

Junior Execution Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Monitor execution across equities, FX, Futures and other asset classes, trading in different ... fixed income, credit, derivatives) Location: NYC Our Benefits: * * Core Benefits: Fully paid ...

Socket.dev

Derivatives Trader, NYC

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Lead the execution and management of sophisticated derivatives trading strategies across digital asset markets, including futures, perpetuals, options, and structured products. Identify, evaluate ...

BitGo

Derivatives Trader, NYC

New York, NY · On-site

Lead the execution and management of sophisticated derivatives trading strategies across digital asset markets, including futures, perpetuals, options, and structured products. * Identify, evaluate ...

Symetra

Derivative Analyst & Trader - Hybrid

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

Execution of derivative trades in accordance with the Company's approved derivatives programs. Execution in both cleared and bilateral derivatives markets using both exchange-listed and over-the ...

Deutsche Bank AG

NY · On-site

Members of the team are responsible for managing the requirements of Deutsche Bank's execution clients across the Listed Derivatives business unit, inclusive of High Touch, Algorithmic Trading ...

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Junior Execution Trader

New York, NY • Hybrid

WorldQuant
Finance and Insurance • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$125K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

The Role:

    • Monitor execution across equities, FX, Futures and other asset classes, trading in different regions.
    • Provide first-line support for any issues arising from the automated execution flow.
    • Conduct project work in areas including adding new liquidity to the execution platform and reducing the cost of implementing WorldQuant's models.
    • Analyze large datasets to guide further automation and refinement of execution desk processes.
    • Interface directly with Portfolio Managers, Brokers, Senior Management, Compliance, Risk and many other teams.
     
  • What You'll Bring: 
    • Degree in a quantitative or technical discipline from a top tier institution
    • 1+ years of work experience gained in a buy-side or sell-side institution in a Trading, DevOps or Analytics role supporting investment strategies
    • Enthusiasm to learn more about financial markets and execution trading
    • Experience with scripting languages (Python) and databases (SQL) a strong plus
    • Experience with at least one mainstream asset class (equities, FX, fixed income, credit, derivatives)
Location:  NYC
Our Benefits:
    • Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, fully paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) that consists of:
      • twenty vacation days that are pro-rated based on the employee's start date, at an accrual of 1.67 days per month,
      • three personal days, and
      • ten sick days.
    • Perks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code
    • Training: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site
    • Employee resource groups
 
WorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits. The estimated salary range for this position is $125,000 to $150,000 which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer we will take into consideration an individual's experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package.
 
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