OCR Alpha
Trade Assistant at Macro Hedge Fund
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OCR is working with one of the world’s leading global macro hedge funds, managing more than $15 billion in assets across the US, Europe and Asia.
The firm is looking to add an experienced Trading Assistant / Trade Support professional to its London team, supporting PMs and Traders across a broad range of macro products. The role will combine core trade support responsibilities with direct front-office interaction, alongside opportunities to contribute to automation, process improvement and wider project work.
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The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years of experience in a Trading Assistant, Trade Support or Middle Office role
- Experience supporting PMs or Traders directly
- A strong Rates background, including products such as Interest Rate Swaps and Swaptions
- Strong Python and/or SQL skills, with clear examples of using technology to automate or improve processes
- Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude to support coding and automation is welcomed
- Buy-side or sell-side backgrounds will both be considered
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The firm may consider candidates with less than three years of experience where the profile is otherwise exceptional.
Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates whose experience closely matches the requirements of the role will be contacted.
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