Jr Trader - Managed Strategies

Position: Jr Trader - Managed Options Strategies
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
** Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!**#
** About the Department
** Franklin Templeton’s Managed Options Strategies is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as a Junior Trader. This position provides a unique opportunity to work side by side with industry experts, gain hands-on experience in the world of options, and have an impactful role within a growing team.

The Junior Trader will have constant interaction with the Head Trader, Co-CIOs, Portfolio Managers, and other personnel within Franklin Templeton. This position will require the candidate to stay abreast of market structure, industry and regulatory trends, as well as company specific initiatives. The ideal candidate would be someone who has a strong interest in markets, is eager to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Location – On-site in Stamford office#
** How you will add value
*** Work with Franklin Managed Options’ team to facilitate and execute operational components of a growth-oriented equity derivatives asset management business.
* Support the Head Trader and portfolio managers in implementation and settlement of listed option transactions.
* Collaborate effectively with other team members including Portfolio Managers, Analysts, Compliance Officers, Technology, and Trade Support.
* Perform daily reconciliation, quarterly and on-demand performance reporting, and simulation proposal analysis.
* Execute equity and index option transactions through our proprietary order management system, as well as maintain daily and intra-day order management systems.
* Implement established protocols and policy guidelines necessary to maintain standardized record keeping practices.
* Maintain books and records in compliance with evolving legal, SRO, and governmental regulation. Emphasis on the maintenance of books and records in compliance with evolving legal, SRO, and governmental regulation.
* Work with technology team to identify opportunities for improvements to proprietary technology system.
* Support service desk with periodic and as-needed analysis that arise.#
** What will help you be successful in this role
*** Bachelor's degree; finance /economics/accounting preferred.
* 2-4 years of experience in trading, settlement, reconciliation and/or trade break resolution.
* Experience with custodians, brokers and clearing firms.
* Familiarity with a wide range of concepts, practices, and procedures in financial services.
* Experience in equity/index options is a plus.
* Knowledge of wealth management operations practices a plus
* Proficiency in using Bloomberg and various order management systems.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
* Capacity to manage multiple tasks, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a demanding environment.
* Desire to work in a fast-paced, growth environment.
* Proactive and resourceful with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
* Willingness to work fully on-site in Stamford, CT Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and…