Electronic Trading, Business Development, New York, NY, 10017
Electronic Trading, Business Development
Location:
New York, NY, 10017
Compensation:
DOE
Position Type:
Permanent
Employment type:
Full time
Updated:
19 Nov 2009
eFC Ref no:
559143
Global hedge fund client
Business Development Strategist, Electronic Trading
The business development strategist will identify, evaluate, and structure new partnerships and opportunities with various electronic trading counterparties. Duties will include strategic planning, market research and competitive intelligence, project management and negotiating new strategic partnerships to support the growth of our business.
Key requirements : expertise in market microstructure, preferably across multiple asset classes; comprehensive knowledge of major electronic trading market participants and how they operate (exchanges, electronic execution venues, trading firms, etc.); and familiarity with the constantly evolving regulatory landscape of the markets. In addition, the ideal candidate would have a strong work ethic, excellent (oral and written) communication and presentation skills, and robust analytical and modeling skills.
Candidates with 5+ years post-undergraduate work experience will be considered. MBA from a top business school is a plus but not a requirement.
Desirable backgrounds could include: strategy/business development function within the trading division of a financial services organization, strategy consulting, or investment banking.