Trading Assistant

A global alternative investment management firm is looking to hire a Trading Assistant.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their understanding of global macro markets and gain exposure to front office trading within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to traders and portfolio managers on the macro and rates desk.
• Monitor and reconcile daily trade activity across interest rate swaps, government bonds, futures, FX, and other macro-related instruments.
• Liaise with operations, middle office, and compliance teams to ensure accurate trade capture, settlement, and post-trade processing.
• Assist with pre-trade analysis, order management, and market data monitoring.
• Maintain and enhance internal trading tools, spreadsheets, and risk systems.
• Monitor macroeconomic data releases and market developments relevant to global interest rates and macro strategies.
• Contribute to trade idea generation through data analysis and research support as needed.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field; strong academic background preferred.
• 2-5 years of experience in a trading assistant, trade support, or operations role within an investment management firm, hedge fund, or investment bank.
• Solid understanding of global macroeconomics, fixed income markets, and interest rate products (e.g., government bonds, swaps, futures).
• Familiarity with trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, TradeWeb, MarketAxess) and order management systems.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills; Python, VBA, or SQL skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work closely with front office and support teams.