LSET Trader

Nomura
New York, NY
Category Finance
Job Description
Role Overview

As an LSET Trader, you will research, monitor, and oversee the execution of daily trades with our low latency client base trading US Equities/Options. The ideal candidate will be a mid-level professional. Frequent interaction with traders, quants, operations, support, and senior management teams will be required so communication and collaboration skills are essential.

What You Will Do

Manage order flow and execute trades using an electronic trading platform. Work closely with support, operations, brokers, and PB's to assure proper trade allocations. Monitor the behavior of execution algorithms and work with quant clients to resolve any issues.

Why It Might Be a Fit

A strong understanding of how different exchanges and Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) operate. Providing real-time risk management order flows and connectivity health to detect and resolve technical

Requirements

  • Mid-level professional
  • Familiarity with risk monitoring, risk management, and ability to follow escalation procedures
  • Market structure knowledge and the ability to work with the exchanges across various FIX and binary protocols
  • Basic networking/technical knowledge
  • Experience with VBA
  • Hands-on experience with Order Management Systems (OMS), Execution Management Systems (EMS), and the FIX Protocol
  • Knowledge of the US Equities/options 'Trade Lifecycle'
  • Ability to translate complex technical issues into clear updates for non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

  • 401(k) eligibility
  • Paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, and parental leave)
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Restricted stock units
  • Discretionary awards
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