Trading Analyst - Options Market Making

WHAT WE DO: We trade on listed Options and Futures on multiple exchanges globally and are consistently ranked within the top liquidity providers on the exchanges and markets we are mature in. We utilize our in-house ultra-low latency and high performant trading platforms to provide best in class pricing and liquidity to markets. We empower our team members and maximise their ability to succeed by offering an environment that is open, collaborative and supportive. 

THE ROLE: We are looking for a Trading Analyst to join our Options Market Making business. The eligible candidate will be responsible for supporting the trading desks in scripting jobs, trading data analysis and operational tasks. High performance in this role can lead to a market making role within the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Day-to-day responsibility for scripts that support the trading activity 


• Working with traders to design and improve trading strategies through data analysis, prototyping as well as collaboration with developers


• Proactively supporting operational tasks on the trading desks


• To comply with all applicable Compliance policies, procedures, laws and regulations.

CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS:

• Strong Python and Excel skills


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Ability to demonstrate wider interest in financial markets


• Outstanding numerical and analytical skills


• Proactive interest in improving existing trading strategies and identifying new opportunities


• Ability to take a high level of responsibility in an expanding, highly successful firm


• Excellent attention to detail


• Fast problem solving skills


• Embodiment of Maven’s core values: Integrity and fairness, market leading, creativity, individual and collective success, discipline and accountability