Anson McCade
My client are a leading global quantitative hedge fund specialising in systematic and discretionary trading across asset classes. With deep expertise in research, technology, and risk management, they deploy capital worldwide in highly liquid markets. The culture is collaborative, intellectually rigorous, and performance-driven.
Role Overview The firm are seeking a
Discretionary Trader
to join their global trading team. The role is market-facing, with direct responsibility for managing risk and contributing to the firm’s PnL. Traders in this team work collaboratively — sharing market insights, developing trade ideas, and refining strategies across global markets.
What You’ll Do
Generate, evaluate, and execute discretionary trading strategies across one or more major asset classes (Equities, Commodities, Rates, FX, Credit).
Actively monitor markets, identify emerging themes, and engage in idea-sharing with colleagues across the trading and research teams.
Manage risk dynamically within agreed limits and ensure strong alignment with the firm’s risk framework.
Work closely with quants and technologists to refine execution, trading signals, and market understanding.
What They're Looking For
A proven track record of PnL generation in a discretionary trading capacity (sell-side or buy-side).
Technical degree in a field such as mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, finance, etc.
Programming skills are essential, preferably Python.
Strong market intuition and the ability to evaluate and act on real-time market information.
Deep product knowledge in at least one major asset class.
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills — this is not a siloed role.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment.
What They Offer
Significant autonomy and direct ownership of your risk and PnL.
Collaborative senior trading team with open access to research and technology support.
Competitive compensation structure linked to performance.
Global platform with access to deep liquidity and robust infrastructure.
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Role Overview The firm are seeking a
Discretionary Trader
to join their global trading team. The role is market-facing, with direct responsibility for managing risk and contributing to the firm’s PnL. Traders in this team work collaboratively — sharing market insights, developing trade ideas, and refining strategies across global markets.
What You’ll Do
Generate, evaluate, and execute discretionary trading strategies across one or more major asset classes (Equities, Commodities, Rates, FX, Credit).
Actively monitor markets, identify emerging themes, and engage in idea-sharing with colleagues across the trading and research teams.
Manage risk dynamically within agreed limits and ensure strong alignment with the firm’s risk framework.
Work closely with quants and technologists to refine execution, trading signals, and market understanding.
What They're Looking For
A proven track record of PnL generation in a discretionary trading capacity (sell-side or buy-side).
Technical degree in a field such as mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, finance, etc.
Programming skills are essential, preferably Python.
Strong market intuition and the ability to evaluate and act on real-time market information.
Deep product knowledge in at least one major asset class.
Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills — this is not a siloed role.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-oriented environment.
What They Offer
Significant autonomy and direct ownership of your risk and PnL.
Collaborative senior trading team with open access to research and technology support.
Competitive compensation structure linked to performance.
Global platform with access to deep liquidity and robust infrastructure.
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