Anson McCade
Trader
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Job Description
We're working with a highly respected global hedge fund that is expanding its quantitative trading capability. The organization combines cutting-edge technology with quantitative research to develop systematic trading strategies across international financial markets. With a collaborative, engineering-led culture, you'll work alongside experienced researchers, traders, and software engineers to support the continued evolution of sophisticated trading systems.
About the Role
As a Discretionary Trader, you’ll work closely with senior traders, receiving hands-on training and mentorship. You’ll assist in daily portfolio monitoring, maintenance, and hedging, collaborating with quantitative researchers to enhance trading strategies across a range of Asset classes.
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Responsibilities as a Discretionary Trader
- Support senior traders in tracking and adjusting portfolio positions daily
- Collaborate with researchers to identify and evaluate trading opportunities
- Prepare reports on profit and loss as well as risk exposure
- Assist in hedging strategies and execute trades that require careful handling
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Qualifications needed for Discretionary Trader
- Early Career / Recent / soon-to-be graduate with relevant coursework or experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, CS, Economics, Finance)
- Strong programming skills, preferably Python
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
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