Derivatives Trader, Associate Vice President Greater Boston, MA Area

The Company is seeking an Associate Vice President for its Derivatives Trading team. This multi-asset trading desk is dedicated to meeting the diverse requirements of its clients, supporting a wide range of investment strategies. The successful candidate will be involved in trading exchange-traded and OTC derivatives across global investment portfolios, with a secondary focus on equities and foreign exchange. Key responsibilities include providing support to the derivative trading team, ensuring the quality and timely execution of client orders, and maintaining effective communication with executing brokers. The role demands a deep interest in markets, the ability to manage trading costs, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Applicants for this role at the company should have a minimum of 2 years' of previous buy-side or sell-side derivative trading experience, a general understanding of derivatives markets, equities, and foreign exchange, and proficiency in Bloomberg and execution management systems. A four-year degree or higher is preferred, with a background in technical skills such as Excel, Python, Java, VBA, and SQL being a plus. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and partnership, and possess the ability to operate effectively in a team. Required competencies include the highest standards of conduct and integrity, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to trading technology enhancements and process optimization initiatives.

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