eFinancialCareers
Location: London
We are partnering with a highly active, technology-driven trading firm undergoing a focused build-out of its high-frequency Delta One trading capabilities . The team is prioritising the hire of experienced traders operating across equities, futures, and ETFs , with a clear emphasis on short-term, high-turnover strategies .
This is a front-office role for individuals with a demonstrated track record of live HFT PnL in linear products , combining strong execution capability with a deep understanding of market microstructure.
The Role
- Deploy and scale high-frequency trading strategies across cash equities, index futures, and ETFs
- Focus on market making, statistical arbitrage, and ETF arbitrage
- Optimise execution, latency, and order placement within highly competitive markets
- Work closely with developers and quantitative teams to refine and enhance trading performance
- Contribute directly to short-term revenue generation within a fast-moving environment
Candidate Profile
- Proven experience as an HFT trader in Delta One products (equities, futures, ETFs)
- Demonstrable live trading PnL in high-frequency or ultra-short-term strategies
- Strong understanding of order book dynamics, liquidity, and execution optimisation
- Background in prop trading, market making, or HFT firms
- Highly commercial mindset with the ability to perform in a real-time, high-pressure setting
Key Requirements
- Direct Delta One experience is essential – this role does not cover options or volatility trading
- Track record in high-volume, low-latency trading environments
- Strong technical collaboration skills (working alongside quant/dev teams)
- Ability to impact performance immediately
Opportunity
- Join a team with immediate hiring priority and capital allocation
- Significant scope to scale strategies and trading footprint
- Competitive compensation aligned with PnL contribution
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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