Senior Trading Analyst

Deriv • Full-time • Nicosia, CY • 1m ago

As a Senior Trading Analyst at Deriv, you will be based at our dynamic office in Cyprus—a central hub for trading operations and the forex industry. This vibrant environment offers the perfect backdrop for those seeking a stimulating and fulfilling career.

At Deriv, employees benefit from learning and development opportunities while collaborating with colleagues from 22 offices in 17 countries, gaining valuable global insights. Imagine yourself at the core of Deriv’s global trading operations, where you will play an executive role in analyzing market trends and making strategic decisions that impact our trading and business operations. You will leverage risk metrics and advanced mathematical and financial methods to gain insights into customer trading behavior and risk limits. Drawing on your expertise in financial markets, financial products, and macroeconomics, you will take ownership of projects aimed at pioneering new products and platforms. We are seeking an individual who can drive ambitious ideas into reality, push our boundaries and set new industry standards.

Join us to be at the forefront of shaping Deriv’s future in the home of the forex industry.

Your challenges and mission

Drive innovation in the trading ecosystem, often against resistance. Push boundaries to implement transformative solutions that propel Deriv's success.
Ensure flawless product launches in a high-stakes environment. Rigorously test and integrate new products with existing risk management systems, ensuring there are no loopholes and always asking, "What can go wrong?"
Optimize liquidity in fluctuating market conditions. Build and maintain critical relationships with providers to negotiate the best trading conditions and resolve issues when execution is challenging.
Solve complex, time-sensitive issues across multiple departments. Provide expert guidance on intricate trading matters under pressure, collaborating with Customer Service, Compliance, and Marketing.
Navigate volatile markets to drive growth while managing risks. Balance real-time decisions on risk limits and revenue opportunities.
Create innovative yet practical risk management tools for diverse products. Collaborate across teams to bridge the gap between innovation and applicability.
Follow market changes and the global financial and technological landscape. Look for opportunities and use cases that few can foresee, bringing ideas to the table that position the organization ahead of the competition.
Maintain a clear head under pressure and take responsibility and credibility for your actions.
Discover the next trading idea that will increase our volumes, boost our profitability, and manage our risks. Present it with valid arguments and support it with data to sell it to the team and management. Stay on top until the end and drive its success.

Requirements

University degree in mathematics, finance or any related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
Experience in backtesting analysis and in-depth knowledge of financial markets, financial products, macroeconomics
Good data analysis skills and knowledge of SQL
Ability to develop frameworks and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve risk coverage and productivity
Ability to proactively manage projects by identifying shortcomings at an early stage
Confidence to address a diverse range of audiences, including all levels of management and internal/external stakeholders
A team-oriented mindset and an enthusiastic approach to new challenges
A keen interest in business news and market trends
Exposure to utilising frameworks and risk metrics to investigate any issues
Excellent spoken and written English skills

Benefits