About the Role

Our recruitment team is working with a leading multi-strategy investment firm to identify high-potential early to mid-career professionals for its growing trading and research division.

This opportunity offers direct exposure to institutional investment practices, including equities, derivatives (options and futures), and global macro strategies. Analysts work closely with experienced portfolio managers and gain hands-on experience in idea generation, risk management, and market execution.

The environment is collaborative, analytical, and merit-driven. Those who perform well progress quickly.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct company, sector, and macroeconomic research
Build and maintain financial and valuation models
Analyze options and futures markets, including volatility and positioning data
Support trade idea generation and execution
Monitor portfolio performance and risk metrics
Present findings and investment insights to senior managers

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, analytical, and motivated to master financial markets at a professional level. Candidates from a range of disciplines are welcome, including finance, economics, engineering, mathematics, and computer science. However, other backgrounds may also be considered.

Strong performers tend to demonstrate:

Quantitative and problem-solving ability
Clear and structured communication
Curiosity about market dynamics and price behavior
Initiative, experience and accountability in small, high-performing teams
Interest in derivatives trading and applied investment strategy
Prior experience in financial analytical or trading roles is an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

Internship or experience in trading, investment research, or asset management
Understanding of options pricing, futures, or financial modeling
Proficiency in Excel, Python, or analytical tools
Professional certifications such as CFA Level I, CAIA, or CFOA (Certified Futures & Options Analyst)
Completion of TrendUp Now’s Level 3 or SRP program, which signals institutional readiness and fast-tracks review. SRP graduated need not apply as your profile will be automatically reviewed by our recruitment team.

What the Role Offers

Mentorship from experienced portfolio managers
Early exposure to derivatives and macro trading strategies
A results-oriented culture with significant advancement potential
Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
Flexible, remote-friendly working arrangements

Application Guidance

Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all listed qualifications. The firm values potential and motivation as much as experience.

Note: Graduates of the TrendUp Now Specialisation & Recruitment Program (SRP) are automatically considered for this position and do not need to apply separately. Their profiles are reviewed directly by the recruitment team.

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