Are you a financial modeling/probability guru and destined to be a trader? This is an unmatched opportunity to join a leading international trading house, working with very bright, social individuals in a fantastic working environment.

This entry role is designed to train you in the field of trading. As Assistant Trader you will sit directly with your team and be responsible for:

• Analysis and flow of market information - following daily reports of dividends, earnings and news
• Adjustment of options market - input system parameters to generate option quotes based on theoretical options models
• Management of option specialist books
• Uploading trades and resolving breaks
• Maintaining trading positions
• Reconciliation of position market value between prime brokers and desk

In addition you will communicate market information to traders, produce reports and pricing sheets for risk managers and calculate profit and loss.

To secure this outstanding role you will have the following qualifications:

• Maximum of 18 months experience in the Financial Markets industry
• A mathematics related degree with High Distinction average
• 4 unit Math's at school
• Exceptional quantitative and analytic skills with knowledge of statistics and probability
• Thorough mastery of Excel and Access
• A confident, social and assertive nature with the ability to think quickly on your feet
• Financial markets product knowledge - especially understanding of option price theory and models

Only candidates with ALL the above listed requirements and their ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS ATTACHED to their application will be considered for this exciting opportunity.

To apply, send your resume, cover letter and your academic transcripts, detailing your interests and qualifications, highlighting your mathematical achievements to Dene Ramsden or call : 02 8916 55 44.