Archer Investment
3 weeks ago
Job Description:
The Candidate will be responsible for managing positions and executing trades in equities, derivatives, and other financial instruments to maximize returns while managing risk. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical analysis skill, market knowledge, and the ability to make quick, data-driven decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Trade Execution: Execute trades in equities and derivatives, ensuring optimal pricing and minimal slippage.
- Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, technical indicators, and economic events to identify trading opportunities.
- Risk Management: Assess and mitigate trading risks by managing position sizes, hedging exposures, and following risk guidelines.
- Strategy Development: Develop and refine trading strategies based on quantitative models, technical analysis, and fundamental research.
- Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze trade performance, adjusting strategies to improve profitability.
- Order Management: Use trading platforms and order management systems to manage trades efficiently.
- Compliance & Regulations: Ensure all trading activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal risk policies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with analysts, portfolio managers, and other traders to share insights and optimize strategies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field (Master's degree or CFA is a plus).
- Strong understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and trading strategies.
- Proficiency in trading platforms and financial software (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, proprietary trading systems).
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with experience in Excel, Python, or MATLAB being advantageous.
- Ability to make quick, informed decisions under pressure.
- Knowledge of risk management principles and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred Experience:
- Prior experience in equity and derivatives trading, market making, or proprietary trading.
- Background in algorithmic or quantitative trading strategies.
- Familiarity with portfolio hedging and options pricing models.
