An established hedge fund in London is currently seeking a Junior Execution Trader for their Systematic team. Key responsibilities · Execution of FX and futures trades · To minimise transaction costs and use trading metrics to improve execution performance · Monitor market liquidity, positions, rolls and exposures · Ad-hoc duties such as P&L reporting and monitoring global news events and data releases · Understand the "big picture", the implications of actions on others, compliance issues etc · Preserving the confidentiality of pre-trade information both internally and externally · Monitoring local holidays in traded markets; and · Close of business tasks and end of day procedures In addition, there will be longer term project work as the role develops. Skills, experience, and qualifications · Quick learner with solid problem solving and time management skills · Strong attention to detail · Working knowledge of Bloomberg · Understanding of Order Management and Execution Management Systems · Familiarity with the mechanics of FX and futures markets · STEM, Finance or Economics graduate from a top university · Previous directly relevant experience – at least 2 years of trading desk experience Nice to have · Previous exposure to systematic strategies · Ideally a good proficiency in R · Currently or previously FCA registered (CDF) · STEM postgraduate degree · Any relevant professional qualifications