Efx Quant Trading Specialist

Who we are looking for 

This front office, trading floor role is an exciting opportunity for someone with extensive top-tier buy side quantitative trading experience to create and run their own eFX systematic trading strategies, supported by a well-resourced and friendly team of eFX quants and developers.

Why this role is important to us 

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world. 

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for 

As an eFX Quant Trading Specialist, Vice President, you will

There is plenty of scope for the successful candidate to shape the role according to their experience and ideas. The broader eFX quant trading team would benefit from the successful candidate sharing their expert insight and guidance.  Currently traded instruments are FX spot and NDFs, but we would consider expanding into FX forwards, swaps, and futures with the right candidate and strategies.

Education & Preferred Qualifications 

Required:

• Extensive quantitative trading experience at one or more top-tier buy-side firms.

Preferred:

• Experience in FX spot, swaps, or forwards, but quantitative trading experience in any substantially electronic market (e.g. cash equities, futures, etc.) could be relevant

• Detailed understanding of order book dynamics, different types of client flows, idiosyncrasies of different markets

• One or more quantitative degrees

• Familiarity with a popular coding language

• Required: degree in a quantitative discipline (Computer Science included)

• A post-graduate degree in a quantitative discipline would be a benefit.

Are you the right candidate? Yes! 

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit. 

About State Street 

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. 

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. 

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. 

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

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