Execution Trader

Multi-Asset Trade Execution

• Execute trades across futures, equities, interest rate swaps, currencies and credit index derivatives for a global systematic investment business.
• Source liquidity from low touch (electronic algo) and high touch (voice, block, relationship) channels to execute both outright and multi-legged orders (e.g. calendar rolls, yield curve spreads, etc.).
• Manage the method and the intraday timing of executions in line with best execution standards.
• Ensure all activity remains in compliance with the approved Trading Mandates and Capula’s risk limits.
• Collect, monitor, and analyze data on execution quality/slippage to optimize the investment process.

Central Execution Platform

• Contribute to the design and implementation of Capula’s new central execution platform.
• Identify workflow, connectivity, and technology requirements, liaising with the Investment Team, Technology, Risk, and Operations to ensure seamless integration.
• Highlight opportunities to enhance efficiency and automation and improve operational controls

Other Duties

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with brokers, counterparties, and trading venues to ensure optimal liquidity access and pricing.
• Collaborate with other Capula trading teams, sharing market colour and insights.
• Collaborate with the Investment Team, Risk, Compliance, Operations, and Product Control to ensure a risk-free trade lifecycle.

Education and Qualifications

• Quantitative degrees (stats, math, econ, finance, computer science) preferred.

Experience and Skills

• 3-5 years of experience executing high volumes of trades
• Deep domain expertise in one or more asset classes
• Experience working with OMS/EMS systems (e.g. FlexTrade)
• High attention to detail
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Quick decision-making skills.

Depending on experience, this role is offering a range of USD 150,000-USD 200,000 base salary, plus a discretionary bonus.