Who We AreAs the European servicing hub of the internationally renowned TransMarket Group (TMG), Oryctérope Transalpin creates, develops, and improves proprietary trading strategies in order to capture opportunities and manage risk in the most competitive financial markets around the world. Working at the intersection of finance, mathematics, and technology, we develop our edge through expertise in quantitative research, algorithms, and infrastructure to produce systematic trading solutions which contribute significant liquidity across global markets to facilitate price discovery and risk transfer.Our structured employee training and development proves we value our people and provide continuous support to succeed at all levels in their careers. Our superior results are achieved by the collaborative and entrepreneurial nature of our teams and the discipline and patience to relentlessly advance our business and improve our expertise.
DescriptionOur Trading Associates are passionate about improving the global economy by facilitating risk transfer and restoring order to prices. At Oryctérope Transalpin, you will be called on to work with teammates to eliminate inefficiencies and manage risk in the world's financial markets. As a Trading Associate Intern, you will gain early exposure to real time trading in order to develop situational awareness and a deep understanding of the market. In collaboration with our team and development through our formalized education program, you will have the scope to utilize risk management and strategic thinking skills to guide trades and explore new trading opportunities. The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, strives for continual improvement, has a disciplined appetite for risk, and is dedicated to mastering their market.ResponsibilitiesWork with teammates to learn all facets of trading and assist in the operation of existing strategiesDevelop expertise in relative value market fundamentals, quantitative modeling, and risk managementBuild and maintain quantitative trading model, tools, and analyticsMonitor real-time execution of algorithmic trading systems
RequirementsStrong understanding of finance, math, probability, and statisticsAttention to detail and the ability to make sound judgments under pressureAbility to work well in a team in a constantly changing environmentPursuing bachelor's, master's, or doctorate degree in technical or industry related field – e.g. Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or ProgrammingExperience in R / Python / C++ / other computer programming languages