Equities - Systematic Trading - Executive Director

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

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P.

Morgan and Chase brands.

Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

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 emplo...