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Quantitative Trader

Job in London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listing for: L.Knighton
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Consultant, Capital Markets
Job Description & How to Apply Below

L.Knighton is working with a well-established global proprietary trading firm operating across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Our client is seeking experienced traders or trading teams with a recent track record of success using proven, prop-style strategies to join the team in London.

Equity Derivatives Trader, Small Caps (London)

Key Responsibilities
  • Generate, evaluate, and execute trading strategies across one or more major asset classes.
  • Collaborate with leadership and risk teams to align portfolio construction with firm-wide capital allocation, risk appetite, and market access.
  • Provide clear reporting on performance, exposure, and risk metrics; participate in ongoing strategy reviews.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience within a proprietary trading firm.
  • Demonstrated track record with at least 2 years in a principal risk-taking role with direct P&L ownership.
  • Ability to clearly communicate and evidence your trading strategy.
  • Strong ethical character, integrity, and self-accountability.
Why Join
  • Significant autonomy and direct ownership of your risk and PnL.
  • Attractive compensation package with a competitive performance-based payout structure.
  • Meaningful capital allocations with the potential to scale for proven, repeatable performance.
  • Global platform with access to deep liquidity and robust infrastructure.
  • Opportunities to participate in the group's broader growth.
Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Financial Services and Capital Markets

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