Execution Desk Analyst
QB is a rapidly expanding Capital Markets technology firm specializing in execution algorithms across futures, options on futures, FX, and fixed-income markets. QB’s culture is founded on excellence, thoroughness, and high standards, based on tested quantitative research. Our team is highly motivated and passionate, constantly hunting for inspired solutions to reduce implicit trading costs and manage execution risk for our clients. We value technical individuals who are detail-oriented and seek perfection in their work.
At QB, the Execution Desk is revered as a "white glove" support team that can resolve real-time issues with urgency, understand and relay market conditions on the fly, and have a deep understanding of our algorithmic suite. Desk members need to be multifaceted individuals who can switch from partnering with tech to test a new algo enhancement, discussing the differences between our algos with a client, to working with a bank/broker to reconcile a client's trade, all at the drop of a dime.
If the above excites you, then you may be perfect for the London branch of our global team! This position is ideal for candidates looking to expand market and technical knowledge through electronic and algorithmic trading system support.
Required Skills:
- Strong personal interest in financial markets; ideally general market knowledge (VWAP/TWAP, order types, volatility)
- Ability to handle pressure while troubleshooting business critical systems in real time
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to relay information between technical and non-technical individuals
Suggested / Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in a trading or IT environment
- Knowledge of exchange-traded futures and interest rates
- Linux command line skills (trace logs, update configs, investigate host utilization)
- Basic understanding of FIX protocol