Junior Algo Trader

Company: Quant Capital
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Location: London
Job Description:

Overview

As a Junior Trader you join a London-based, cross-asset trading team focused on rapid, data-driven decisions. You will support the design and refinement of trading algorithms and ensure reliable exchange connectivity, contributing to high-frequency trading initiatives. You work closely with senior traders and the quant group to turn requirements into executable strategies in a collaborative, flat-structured environment. This role offers exposure to a fast-growing, innovative trading business with a strong emphasis on execution speed and market access.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new trading algorithms
  • Trade execution and connectivity to financial exchanges
  • Client trading support
  • Improve and maintain existing strategies
  • Collaborate with traders to understand requirements and resolve issues

Key requirements

  • STEM degree, Master or PhD from a top university
  • Experience in institutional trading
  • Exposure to CFD, futures, swaps, options (bonus)
  • collaborative mindset
  • problem-solving under pressure
  • adaptability
  • algorithm development
  • low-latency trading concepts
  • exchange connectivity

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Posted: October 1st, 2026