Confidential · 1 day ago
Head Of Global Quantitative Trading
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$600K/yr - $625K/yrConfidential company is seeking a Head of Global Trading to architect and lead the operational buildout of the firm’s global execution platform. This role involves designing systematic trading solutions, developing automation and trading systems, and managing relationships with brokers and financial partners.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead research initiatives focused on execution enhancement and systematic process improvement
Develop and engineer trading systems, automation tools, and infrastructure that optimize execution quality and reduce operational friction
Prioritize building repeatable, scalable “machines” over discretionary trading approaches
Execute trades across global markets and multiple asset classes
Oversee and mentor a small trading team responsible for high-quality execution
Ensure first-class execution standards in all markets and trading conditions
Manage daily liquidity, cash optimization, funding instruments, FX, repo, and stock loan activities
Partner closely with Finance, Accounting, and Portfolio Implementation to ensure optimal treasury operations
Oversee short-term and long-term funding strategies to support investment activity
Maintain expert knowledge of global market-access rules and regulatory frameworks
Navigate region-specific complexities, particularly across Asian and emerging markets
Ensure all trading activity adheres to global compliance requirements
Partner with internal investment, portfolio implementation, technology, and operations teams to streamline workflows
Support tax-sensitive implementation choices, trading frequency optimization, and asset selection strategies
Identify inefficiencies in current trading workflows and design systematic solutions to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability
Lead projects that drive process innovation within a high-performance investment environment
Qualification
Required
Proven experience designing and building automated trading systems within a multi-asset global market environment
Strong coding competency (e.g., Python, C++, or similar) and comfort with data-driven execution research
Deep familiarity with cash instruments, futures, FX, government bonds, repo, and securities lending
Experience leading systematic trading or execution functions in a multi-asset environment
Track record of developing automated trading systems or execution tools
Strong understanding of global markets, trading microstructure, and liquidity dynamics
Ability to operate effectively in a lean, entrepreneurial investment setting
Excellent interpersonal skills and experience managing external financial counterparties
Preferred
Direct experience in treasury or funding operations is strongly preferred
Knowledge of global regulatory regimes, including market-access considerations for non-U.S. markets
Company
Confidential
Centralizing All Types Of Next Opportunities For You In One Place.
Vancouver, US
2-10 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase