Futures Trader FX

The Role

We are actively seeking an accomplished FX trader to fortify our trading desk. As a pivotal member of our team, you’ll enter a symbiotic environment that seamlessly integrates trading, quantitative analytics, and cutting-edge technology. Your expertise will be crucial in refining and implementing the group’s FX trading strategies, as we aim to ascend as a leading non-bank liquidity provider. This role entails vigilant monitoring of trading activities, as well as offering insights to enhance our existing trading algorithms. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strong technical capabilities, adaptability to rapidly changing market conditions, and a talent for collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize FX trading strategies to ensure accurate pricing across a diversity of trading venues.
• Vigilantly manage intraday risk profiles and accumulated positions.
• Work in tandem with overnight trading teams to refine and validate our trading models.
• Assess trading system performance.
• Prioritize trading objectives and document evolving trading methodologies.
• Collaborate with our software development team to oversee the deployment of innovative dashboards and analytical tools.

What You’ll Need

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least 4 years of successful experience in a trading role, specifically in the FX market.
• Deep understanding of the fundamentals that drive FX market behavior.
• A track record of consistent profitability, validated by empirical data.
• Proficiency in designing and executing trading and hedging strategies based on detailed market analysis.
• Exceptional leadership skills, complemented by a robust work ethic, organizational finesse, and analytical rigor.
• Professional poise and excellent interpersonal communication abilities.
• A performance-driven mindset, resilience under high-pressure scenarios, and the judgment to make informed decisions.
• Familiarity with proprietary trading platforms is preferred.
• Coding experience would be a significant asset, although not mandatory.