Rates Trading Assistant

Job Description
Role Summary
Candidate would be responsible for the day-to-day support functions of the trading desk including trade booking, trade reconciliation, P&L analysis, and new desk functionality. The candidate should have a foundational knowledge of markets, a key eye for detail, a high degree of motivation and deep analytic skills.
Responsibilities

• Working with trading teams to process trade execution across the trade lifecycle
• Working in a team environment that closely integrates trading, technology and operational excellence
• Working with the trading desk to manage risk breaks, assist with executions and middle office functions
• Automating operational workflows and partnering with developers and technology teams to architect, build, and deliver robust platforms to reduce manual overhead and risk
• Developing robust processes to aid in the deployment of new trading capabilities
• Coordinating with developers to help with releases and testing for new software
• Coordinating efforts with Trading, Technology, Compliance and Operations teams to ensure smooth expansion and day to day operation of the business
• Liaising with operations, accounting and business management departments to develop and answer ad hoc requests

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of OTC markets
• Experience interfacing with trading and technology systems
• Experience automating tasks and producing analysis in Python
• Process driven approach to problem solving
• Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise across multiple groups
• A highly analytic mentality and a rigorous attention to detail
• A completed bachelor's degree from a top tier university in economics, business administration, computer science, engineering, finance, mathematics, physics or a related field

Opportunities may be available from time to time in any location in which the business is based for suitable candidates. If you are interested in a career with Citadel, please share your details and we will contact you if there is a vacancy available.
About Citadel Securities
Citadel Securities is the next-generation capital markets firm and a leading global market maker. We provide institutional and retail investors with the liquidity they need to trade a broad array of equity and fixed income products in any market condition. The brightest minds in finance, science and technology use powerful, advanced analytics to solve the market's most critical challenges, turning big ideas into real-world outcomes.