CMC Markets

CMC Markets

Quantitative Trader

Toronto · Internship

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago
PythonData AnalysisCommunication

About the role

  • As a Quantitative Trader, you'll play a key role in managing market risk and supporting algorithmic trading on a fast-paced dealing desk.
  • Operate the dealing desk on a day-to-day basis, including executing algorithmic trades and hedging market risk associated with CMC's product offering.
  • Facilitate the increased use of automation in pricing and risk management to improve efficiency in hedge execution and flow management.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the firm's global trading exposures within predefined company limits (MRCR, Risk and P&L).
  • Apply a data-driven approach to all strategy decisions using Python and other analytical tools to extract insights and support improvements.

Requirements

  • A degree in a relevant scientific or quantitative discipline (e.g. Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science).
  • Proficiency in Python, with the ability to use it for automation, data analysis, or algorithmic trading.
  • Strong understanding or interest in financial markets, trading strategies, and how external events influence product pricing.
  • Collaborate with the Financial Risk Management team to develop a strong understanding of market, credit, and liquidity risk across products.

Nice to have

  • Internship or early-career experience in the front office, ideally in equities, FX, derivatives, or related areas.

Skills

  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and modelling.

Company info

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This listing is sourced directly from CMC Markets's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.