Macro Analyst
Core
Identify trading opportunities in US index futures and options by translating macro context into actionable trade ideas for traders.
Role type
Macro Research Analyst (US Index Desk)
Builds
Actionable trade ideas and probabilistic market views for US equity index futures and options
Domain
Financial Markets / US Equity Indices / Macro Economics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | research
Required skills
Analytical reasoning, Scenario analysis, Volatility term structure analysis, Time series analysis, Excel proficiency, Financial market knowledge
Preferred skills
Options trading experience, Python programming, Equity research experience
Responsibilities
Monitor US equity indices and global economic events, Analyze headlines and investment bank research, Perform impact/scenario analysis for events like FOMC meetings, Interact with traders to game plan trading strategies, Analyze historical performance of trade recommendations, Study time series related to volatility and realized moves
Seniority
Mid-level (2-4 years experience)