Job Description
As an Executive Director Trader of US Cash Equities Central Risk Book (CRB) in Global Equities you will work in close partnership with our technology and quant research professionals to enhance client execution through systematic liquidity provision, research & implement strategies to improve desk profitability and manage the risk & operation of our systematic trading.
US Cash Equities provides risk and agency-trading capabilities to global clients executing in US-listed stocks.
Job responsibilities
- Research & implementation of trading signals & liquidity provision strategies in US cash equities & futures
- Development of alpha signals to overlay across the entire CRB portfolio
- Manage and track the profitability of productionized trading and alpha signals
- Oversight & development of the systematic risk management of the desk’s portfolio using risk models & optimisers
- Development of risk pricing & execution cost models to reduce costs & improve profitability
- Collaborate proactively with the CRB technology & quant research team members, as well as with the global CRB team
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Experience trading & managing risk in US markets
- Proven trading track record of systematic trading profitability & understanding of common systematic trading strategies
- Fluency in quantitative data analysis using latest tools, preferably python, pandas & KDB
- Organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication, both real-time & technical communication
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
JPMorganChase New York, New York, USA Office
270 Park Avenue, New York, NY, United States, 10017-2014
JPMorganChase New York, New York, USA Office
4 Metrotech Center, New York, NY, United States, 11201
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