BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in a quantitative field (e.g, applied/financial mathematics, statistics, engineering).
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C++, R).
• Minimum 2 years relevant experience in quantitative investments, preferably with a focus on equity derivatives and volatility.
• Strong understanding of market structure and behavior, and strong motivation to translate research into commercial impact.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous research and maintain high standards for work quality.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and knowledge-sharing skills.

BUSINESS SEGMENT AND ROLE OVERVIEW

• Equities & FICC : We make markets in and clear client transactions on major stock, options and futures exchanges worldwide. Through our global sales force, we maintain relationships with our clients, receiving orders and distributing investment research, trading ideas, market information and analysis.
• Systematic Trading Strategies (“STS”) sits within the Equities & FICC division. STS / QIS focuses on designing and implementing customized investment solutions for institutional clients, including sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, insurance firms, and private banks.
• STS Equity Volatility team specializes in applying equity derivatives (index and single-name options, OTC instruments) to solve complex investment challenges in quantitative investment space.
  The team is seeking a skilled professional in Product Development / Structuring to contribute to the research, development, and implementation of systematic equity volatility strategies. This role requires a blend of quantitative expertise, practical coding skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with sales, trading, quantitative strategists, and legal teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and develop new systematic trading strategy ideas focused on equity volatility, leveraging options and other derivatives.
• Collaborate with sales and clients to design customized investment solutions tailored to their specific needs and objectives.
• Implement developed strategies, working closely with trading, quantitative strategy, and legal teams to ensure accurate and efficient execution.
• Document and maintain systematic strategies and indices for investors, with a focus on equity volatility strategies.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of research processes and trading infrastructure.
• Translate research insights into commercially viable investment solutions.