Senior Macro Analyst
Core
Generate actionable trading ideas and market analysis across European equity index volatility, options, spreads, and futures for traders.
Role type
Senior Macro Analyst (Volatility & Equities)
Builds
Macro-driven options and volatility strategies for European equity index products
Domain
Global macro, volatility, and European equity markets
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
European financial markets expertise, equity index volatility analysis, scenario analysis, macroeconomic/policy interpretation, real-time market assessment, risk/reward evaluation, analytical framework development
Preferred skills
High-frequency trading firm experience, investment bank/hedge fund background, global market coverage, junior mentorship
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Develop event-driven scenarios for economic data releases, central bank meetings, and geopolitical developments; Monitor global macro themes affecting equity index volatility; Provide timely updates on market drivers during European trading hours; React to breaking news to assess market impact and trading opportunities; Collaborate with traders to refine macro-driven strategies; Contribute to discussions on PnL drivers and evolving risks; Take ownership of specific research areas and event playbooks; Support junior analysts in sharing market knowledge; Improve team analytical tools and trading idea generation processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC