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Credit Execution Trader

Execution Trader to source liquidity in credit markets.
Point72
On-Site
United States
Undisclosed salary
Job Description

A Cubist portfolio management team is seeking an Execution Trader to specialize in the systematic trading of US credit markets. The role involves sourcing liquidity, piloting automated trading systems and playing a central role in the team's investment process.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with the Portfolio Manager on electronic and non-electronic execution of all credit trades
  • Maintain strong relationships with a broad set of liquidity providers
  • Proactively monitor and assess portfolio risk exposures, in collaboration with the portfolio manager
  • Track realized transaction costs and analyze execution quality stats
  • Contribute to the internal development and external sourcing of execution algorithms
  • Be responsible for position maintenance (e.g., CDS rolls) and be the point person working with the back office for corporate actions
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the investment process, in collaboration with the rest of the team

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of work experience as a credit trader in single-name CDS and/or corporate bonds.
  • Experience with OMS/EMS platforms such as MarketAxess and TradeWeb
  • Experience with credit ETFs, interest rate derivatives, or equity options markets is a plus
  • Exposure to quantitative/systematic strategies is a plus
  • Some programming skills are a plus (e.g., SQL, Python, Excel VBA) and a strong self-learner
  • Tenacious, detail-orientated, organized, and proactive about potential operational risks
  • Keen intuition for markets and a passion for studying them.
  • Team player, driven and collaborative
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Point72 is a global alternative investment firm employing fundamental and systematic investing strategies across diverse asset classes and geographies. The company focuses on delivering superior returns for its investors, supported by a technology group that enhances IT infrastructure and embraces open-source solutions and agile methodologies. Point72 cultivates an investor-led culture, prioritizing innovation and attracting top talent while investing in employee growth, well-being, and career development.

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