Business Analyst with Equity Trading Experience: $60-70 / hour

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Business Analyst with Equity Trading Experience

Open Systems Technologies, a full-service consulting firm that specializes in providing inclusive IT solutions to a variety of industries. Our client, an investment management firm in Boston, MA, is looking for a business analyst.

This position is for a 3+ month contract primarily working on enhancements to an existing trading platform and an opportunity to work on the build of a new trading platform.

The Equity Business Analyst will write requirements, interface with traders and development team. Also, be responsible for entering defects, working with developers to hep understand project scope and requirement changes.

Requirements

* Strong equity and trading knowledge
* Industry knowledge (trading and risk management)
* Experience writing requirement specs
* Experience speaking with traders and trade admins to gather information
* Experience reviewing QA test scripts
* Experience entering defects
* Strong verbal and communications skills

About Open Systems Technologies

Open Systems Technologies is a full-service, $300MM national consulting firm with locations in Boston, Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York, Boston, DC, Houston and Chicago. Since 1990, our primary focus has been providing inclusive IT solutions to the Financial Services industry; however our clients and industries we are targeting in Chicago are ever expanding.

About our client

Our client is a large investment management firm in downtown Boston.

Open Systems Technologies, Inc.

Web: http:www.opensystemstech.com

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Equity Trading Technology Manager: $180-$220K

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A reputable and sophisticated Jersey City Asset Management firm seeks a Manager of Equity Trading Systems to join their Investment Technology Group. This senior and exciting position offers outstanding compensation and benefits package which includes base salary bonus, profit-sharing, etc. The package is extremely competitive for the right candidate.

Job Description:

The ideal candidate will have strong experience on the equity trading side as well be versed in the Information technology side of the business.
The key to success for this position is an ability to connect with and support equity traders. You would have an ability to be able to think strategically and act tactically in the equities trading domain.

He/She will:

Be responsible for the management of the technology for equity trading and related functions for the firm
• Join a recent initiative to implement the Portware Execution Management System for Equity Trading
• Responsible for managing the successful relationships with equity traders and portfolio managers
• Participate a strategic project to re-architect front office investment platforms
• Managing the support team for domestic and international trading
• Supporting the firm’s Order and Execution Management Systems, market data and research systems
• Working closely with other functional areas that touch order management such as Compliance and Trade Support

Requirements

Requirements
• Minimum of 8 years of experience, ideally 8 – 12 years in capital markets
• Minimum of 5 years in equity trading, strong preference of buy side but sell side is acceptable
• Recent working experience with equity traders
• Strong knowledge of the equities market place including broker algorithms, crossing networks and DMA platforms
• Significant experience with equity OMS/EMS systems
• Strong project and team management skills
• Solid understanding of systems architecture, servers, n-tier systems, databases

Personal characteristics:

** Strong attention to detail
** Extremely strong communication skills
** Strong customer service orientation

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Trader I - Government Bonds

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At Edward Jones, our formula for success has been to put our customers first. We recognize that the surest way to deliver outstanding service is to continually develop and reward those who provide it. If you're looking for the tools, resources and freedom to build a great future, contact Edward Jones today. And see for yourself why for the seventh year, Edward Jones was named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For in America" by Fortune magazine in its annual listing. The firm took the No. 16 spot overall in the ranking and was named to the No. 4 spot for large companies. The seven Fortune rankings include top 10 finishes for five years and consecutive number one rankings in 2002 and 2003.

Full-time associates are provided a core set of benefits including:

* Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
* Short-term and long-term disability

* Paid vacation
* Paid holidays
* Paid sick days

* Workers compensation
* Unemployment insurance

* Mutual fund purchases at net asset value
* Employee assistance program
* Opportunity for bonus participation

* Company-paid profit sharing
* Tuition reimbursement

* Adoption expense reimbursement

# Full-time associates may also elect to participate in the following:Medical and dental insurance
# Additional life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
# Long-term care insurance

# 401k plan with company match
# Flexible spending accounts
Do you enjoy handling a variety of duties? Are you looking for a fast-paced, challenging new career? Edward Jones is seeking an associate to work as a trader in the Government Bond Department. Responsibilities include managing inventory positions, working with Financial Advisors on specific requests and marketing fixed income investments to Financial Advisors. If you have an interest in the markets and enjoy working in a team environment, this exciting career may be ideal for you!

Responsibilities
Responsible for the trading and supply of bonds to help meet the financial goals of clients.
Actively market fixed income investments to Financial Advisors in order to help meet client needs.
Provide accurate and timely responses to branch inquiries regarding fixed income inquiries.
Maintain regulatory compliance.

Requirements
Series 7, 66 or obtain within 4 months of hire
1-3 years of industry experience
A bachelor's degree in finance, marketing, business or accounting preferred
Microsoft Office proficiency a must.
Strong presentation, written, verbal and listening skills required.
Excellent customer service skills
A high level of proficiency and aptitude in mathematical skills are essential.
Strong problem solving skills are necessary to determine which resources to use when responding to branch requests.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities, is essential.
Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the financial markets.

For more information visit our website at www.edwardjones.com/careers.

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Fixed Income Trader

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Vanguard, one of the world's leading financial services companies, seeks an experienced bond trader to assist brokerage clients with the purchase and sale of fixed-income instruments.

As a key member of our Fixed Income Desk you'll field inquiries from existing clients; using web-based tools, software, and contacts with broker/dealers, you'll relay accurate information on pricing and specific bond characteristics. You'll identify bond market bids and offerings, and execute trades for clients as requested. You'll complete all related processing and tracking paperwork within established daily timeframes.

As a liaison to external bond vendors and market broker/dealers, you'll be expected to build successful working relationships that facilitate client trades. You'll work closely with internal colleagues whose clients' portfolios contain fixed-income instruments.

You should have a strong working knowledge of the forces that impact the bond market, and a willingness to increase your knowledge and understanding of fixed-income portfolios and bond market transactions.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field.
- Series 7 and 63 licenses.
- Two to three years' experience in an investment environment, preferably with fixed income portfolios.
- Solid working knowledge of bond markets, laddering, available instruments and their tax implications, and other related information.
- Excellent communication, organizational and quantitative skills.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.

Vanguard, a leading financial company, offers a competitive Total Rewards package of cash compensation, benefits, work-life programs, and conveniences. Employment is contingent on a successful drug-screening result, and we maintain a smoke-free work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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Power Trader

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Posting Date: 5 / 9 / 2008

Position Summary

The FTR/Power Trader will help develop Calpine's FTR & CRR analysis and trading strategy. The FTR/Power Trader will possess a track record of profitable FTR trading and will support power trading activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
# Must have experience analyzing and acquiring FTRs .

# Develop in-house software algorithms to support FTR & CRR analytics.

# Experience in analyzing and forecasting transmission congestion and the related pricing impacts both day-ahead and real-time.

# Formulate and recommend strategies to maximize portfolio value that are based on portfolio position, portfolio risk, pre and post market analysis, and market view.

# Assist in optimization of portfolio by using internally developed models/ software, and commercial statistical software.

# Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Requirements
Qualifications

# 5-8 years experience in power trading and transmission system planning and/or operation.

# Experience trading CRRs & FTRs.

# Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, finance, economics, or other quantitative field or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

# Demonstrated experience and understanding of ISO market structure.

# Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

# Understanding of energy commodities is preferred.

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Senior Trader, TN

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Job Function: Supply Chain/Logistics

Business Unit: Global Primary Products

Job Status: Full-Time

Relocation Eligible: Yes

Position Description: At Alcoa, our goal is to be the best company in the world! Alcoa is the world's leading producer and manager of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum and alumina facilities, and is active in all major aspects of the industry. Alcoa serves the aerospace, automotive, packaging, building and construction, commercial transportation, and industrial markets, bringing design, engineering, production, and other capabilities of Alcoa’s businesses as a single solution to customers.

The Senior Trader will be located at our downtown office in Knoxville, TN. The Trader has accountability to provide term power trading, origination, and environmental attribute trading functions for Alcoa Power Generating Inc., Alcoa Power Marketing LLC, and Alcoa Allowance Management Inc. on behalf of Alcoa, Inc. The position performs term physical power transactions, emission allowance trading including but not limited to SO2, NOx, CO2e, RECS, white credits, and Hg, financial trading to hedge Alcoa power positions, and custom deal origination including CO2e offsets. This position will require some domestic and international travel and this opportunity could be a job grade 19 or 20 depending on experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Perform long term physical power transactions (1 mo. or greater), environmental attribute trading, financial trades in support of power positions as approved by the SRMC, and remarket of long term transmission positions
* Pursue Origination deals. These are longer term, custom power deals that may involve capacity, ancillary services, transmission access, operating and trading services, and/or leasing and require the development of a stand alone contract/agreement
* Pursue CO2e world-wide offset opportunities
* Transact CO2e in any of the worldwide market in support of Alcoa Inc. facility and corporate needs
* Transact in compliance and voluntary RECS and efficiency credits (white) markets
* Oversee any market positions and compliance obligations that Alcoa Inc. chooses to have on various power or environmental trading exchanges such as CCX or ICE
* Perform special assignments and projects as assigned by the Director, Energy Markets

Requirements
Minimum Education Required: Bachelors

Minimum Years of Experience: 3

Minimum Travel Required: 0-25%

Basic Qualifications:

* B.S. or B.A. Degree
* 2-4 years experience is required in finance, engineering, or economics

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Head of Fixed Income Trader / Sales: $110-130K

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Classification: Full Time

Compensation: $110000 to $130000 per year

Our client, a securities firm located in Great Neck, is seeking a Head of Fixed Income Trading. This position is ideal for someone living in Long Island who doesn't want to commute into Manhattan anymore. They are currently seeking a senior fixed income sales/trader to head and manage the firm's fixed income department. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and servicing of day-to-day sales and trading for institutional clients.

Please apply directly to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]
Only those qualified will be contacted

Robert Half Finance & Accounting pioneered specialized financial recruitment and today is the worldwide leader. We specialize in placing professionals on a full-time basis in a variety of areas, including accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, credit & collections, audit and taxation. For six decades we have been matching highly skilled accounting and finance professionals with our clients' positions. Our relationship with industry-leading companies in more than 350 locations around the globe gives you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. We encourage you to work with us to find out why FORTUNE magazine ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of America's Most Admired Companies. (Source: FORTUNE, March 19, 2007). Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements
Head Fixed Income Sales/Trader

We are currently seeking a senior fixed income sales/trader to head and manage the firm's fixed income department. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and servicing of day-to-day sales and trading for institutional clients.

Job Requirements:
Must have a minimum of five years sales and trading experience with corporate, U.S. treasuries, commercial paper, agency securities and various floating-rate money market instruments.

Must have an independent book of buy-side and dealer relationships.

Must be Series 7, 24 and 63 licensed.

Fixed Income buy-side book of business mandatory.

Inter-broker dealer experience also a plus.

CLEAN U-4 Mandatory

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Senior Trader, NY

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Identify, create, and optimize commercial operation opportunities in the electricity bulk market.

Requirements

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, finance, or other relevant degree with five or more years of power trading experience. MBA is preferred.
* Solid understanding of the bulk power market strategies, pricing, hedging and power flow strategies on the transmission grid.
* Extensive knowledge of trading tools and indices, marginal and average pricing, and generation commitment techniques.
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills; sound conceptual thinking.
* Must have ability to make profitable business decisions quickly, to identify and communicate market opportunities to co-workers, and to understand all financial reports.
* Demonstrated self-starter.

Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement trading strategies that support the direction provided by the Portfolio Director and Regional Vice President. Develop and implement pricing strategies and action plans.
* Execute delivery and risk mitigation strategies. Execute strategies developed to enhance asset value.
* Examine and execute regional arbitrage. Analyze and react to current market conditions through bidding, trading, and use of hedging strategies to maximize profits in accordance with company risk management guidelines.
* Interact regularly with other Commercial Operations traders to identify opportunities and devise strategies.
* Work with other desk staff to effectively maximize organization’s position and strategy in the designated market, including participation in pro forma development and analysis.
* Partner with other business units and/or departments to identify and facilitate business process improvements.
* Interact with market participants and electricity brokers to develop, negotiate, and execute opportunistic business transactions.
* Identify surpluses and needs for capacity and energy.
* Monitor variables that influence pricing, availability, and reliability of power sources.
* Maintain understanding of marketplace rules and procedures, and their affect in asset value and trading strategies.
* Ensure compliance with NRG’s Corporate Code of Conduct, NRG’s North American Trading Policy, Risk Management Policies and Procedures, Commercial Operation’s Statement of Professional Ethics, and Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements.
* Support ongoing and special initiatives within Commercial Operations and business development.

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Senior Manager, Active Trader Relationship Manager

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E*TRADE FINANCIAL is looking for an experienced Sales Manager who will oversee Active Trader Relationship Management (ATRM) and two mangers across the country. This person will be dedicated to growing the business unit and exceeding the expectations of our clients.

Responsibilities:

As a Senior Manager of ATRM, you are responsible for the overall production and operations of the team. As a licensed and knowledgeable manager, a complete understanding of the securities and banking industry is required. Duties include:

Responsible for developing a productive sales team through mentoring and coaching and driving the team to achieve their targets. Manage the daily activities of ATRMs; oversee lead control, sales production, sales activities, and customer satisfaction, as well as develop necessary reports and documentation to lead the team.

The ideal candidate will work closely with senior management in hiring, training, and will be directly responsible for general administration, employee development, continually supporting and motivating the team, and will review sales practices on a daily basis. Also, they will collaborate with other areas of the organization to ensure seamless customer service and satisfaction.

This person will interact with clients on an advanced level regarding sales activities, account information, procedures, systems, and our expanding range of financial services products. The Senior Manger is focused on overall branch performance, and is constantly looking for ways to improve sales and client satisfaction.

Manage risk and ensure all team members are protecting the interests of the firm while enhancing the customer experience.

Provides day-to-day guidance and oversight of staff; actively works to promote and recognize performance and make improvements as necessary.

Deliver timely and accurate reporting to senior management.

Additional responsibilities include working with cross functional groups, including marketing and operations to ensure a positive customer experience.

Requirements

Minimum Required Skills

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

MUST HAVE: Series 7, 63 and 24; CLEAN U4.

5 years related experience with 3 years managing people.

Proven leadership and business acumen skills.

Well-developed negotiation, project and account management skills.

Creative, flexible and innovative team player who can motivate a sales group.

Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization.

Proven ability to handle multiple projects that meet deadlines.

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Thorough knowledge of financial services industry products and sales information.

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Trader

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The position of Trader is one that requires superior analytical and numerical skills. As a member of IMC Chicago, your primary responsibilities will be:

- Pricing and trading options and other financial products
- Entering into and managing positions for which you are responsible
- Developing, maintaining, and enhancing trading models
- Researching new market opportunities and analyzing current market trends

Consider an environment where your decisions have a direct impact on the company’s trading profits, and where discipline, motivation, creativity, teamwork and perseverance are appreciated and rewarded.

IMC Chicago offers competitive salary and benefits packages, and a unique, challenging, and rewarding work environment, that includes opportunities to work abroad. Your employment will start with a 4 week training session at our head office in Amsterdam.

Requirements
- BA/MS in all majors with an analytical related field of study
- Interest in financial markets is a must
- Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
- Quick and decisive thinking
- Ability to act and perform successfully in a fast-moving and high-pressured environment
- Willingness to be a team player/leader before, during and after trading hours
- Eagerness to learn about derivatives trading and be willing to continuously learn
- Programming skills a MUST

IF YOU HAVE A PASSION FOR THE FINANCIAL MARKETS, PROGRAMMING SKILLS, AND HAVE AN INTEREST IN TRADING- THIS IS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU!

PLEASE ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS APPLY

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Trader / Junior Mid-level; $55-75K

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Trader / Junior - Mid-level

Company: Nason & Nason Executive Search

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Description
Junior-mid level trader in the area of securities, which includes bonds and equities. The person will not be actively trading or running position risk, but will be handling market execution of client orders, and interacting with a 30 Relationship Manager of the Private Bank.

Requirements

* Strong understanding of markets in the area of Securities (bonds and equities)
* Superior communication and presentation are a must
* Multi-lingual Spanish/Portuguese
* 5+ years in a similar role

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Senior Nymex Gas Trader

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Cargill, founded in 1865, is an international provider of food, agricultural and risk management products and services. With customers spanning the globe, we provide expert advice in crops and livestock; food; health and pharmaceuticals; industrial; and financial and risk management. Cargill now employs over 160,000 people in 67 countries around the world.

Cargill is an equal opportunity employer.

Cargill's NA Gas Markets group is looking for a Senior Nymex Gas Trader.

Primary Responsibilities include:

* Manage and Trade FP Henry Hub trade book, through directional, spread and options financial trading.
* Meeting P & L goals within prescribed and acceptable risk limits.
* Obtaining market information from a variety of sources
* Working closely with Risk, Credit and Accounting groups, in addition to our physical gas and power desks
* Reconciliation of P&L and Futures
* Provide information and data flow to physical trading team.
* To provide good fixed price directional views to a team of 6-10 traders/marketers and hedge any fixed price risk generated by team as required.
* Information gathering and analysis to be shared with the rest of the group.

Principal Accountabilities:

* 65% - Develop Strategy and Positions/execute trades to generate revenue
* 30% - Communicate with the physical team on market views, direction, and send information
* 5% - Produce daily reports to highlight market moving inputs

Requirements

Required:

* Bachelor's degree
* A minimum of 5 years experience trading natural gas products
* Proven track record in trading Nymex (henry Hub) Gas Products
* Attention to detail
* Excellent team working skills as well as the ability to work independently
* Risk analysis/management experience.

Desired:

* Master's degree
* Strong mathematical skills
* Strong communication/persuasion skills.
* Demonstrated leadership/management skills.

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Senior Trader, ERCOT

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Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement term trading strategies that support the direction provided by the Portfolio Director and Regional Vice President.
• Execute delivery and risk mitigation strategies that will enhance term asset value.
• Analyze and react to current term market conditions through bidding, trading, and use of hedging strategies to maximize term profits in accordance with company risk management guidelines.
• Interact regularly with other commercial operations traders to identify term opportunities and strategies.
• Partner with other business units and/or departments to identify and facilitate business process improvements.
• Work with other NRG staff to effectively maximize the Organization’s position and strategy in the Ercot market, including participation in market regulatory and policy directions.
• Interact with market participants and electricity brokers to develop, negotiate, and execute opportunistic term business transactions.
• Identify surpluses and needs for capacity and energy within the term trading window.
• Monitor variables that influence pricing, availability, and reliability of power sources.
• Maintain understanding of marketplace rules and procedures, and their affect in asset value and trading strategies.
• Maintain compliance with all related corporate and industry trading policies, codes of conduct and Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements.
• Support ongoing and special initiatives within Commercial Operations and business development.

Requirements

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, finance, or other relevant degree with five or more years of power trading experience. MBA is preferred.
• Solid understanding of the bulk power market strategies, pricing, hedging and power flow strategies on the transmission grid.
• Extensive knowledge of trading tools and indices, marginal and average pricing, and generation commitment techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; sound conceptual thinking.
• Must have ability to make profitable business decisions quickly, to identify and communicate market opportunities to co-workers, and to understand all financial reports.
• Demonstrated self-starter.

Interested persons who meet the requirements described in the posting may apply. Send cover letter and resume to: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] or mail to HR, 211 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540.

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Head of Fixed Income Trader / Sales; $110-130K

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Classification: Full Time

Compensation: $110000 to $130000 per year

Our client, a securities firm located in Great Neck, is seeking a Head of Fixed Income Trading. This position is ideal for someone living in Long Island who doesn't want to commute into Manhattan anymore. They are currently seeking a senior fixed income sales/trader to head and manage the firm's fixed income department. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and servicing of day-to-day sales and trading for institutional clients.

Please apply directly to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]
Only those qualified will be contacted

Robert Half Finance & Accounting pioneered specialized financial recruitment and today is the worldwide leader. We specialize in placing professionals on a full-time basis in a variety of areas, including accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, credit & collections, audit and taxation. For six decades we have been matching highly skilled accounting and finance professionals with our clients' positions. Our relationship with industry-leading companies in more than 350 locations around the globe gives you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. We encourage you to work with us to find out why FORTUNE magazine ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of America's Most Admired Companies. (Source: FORTUNE, March 19, 2007). Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements
Head Fixed Income Sales/Trader

We are currently seeking a senior fixed income sales/trader to head and manage the firm's fixed income department. The candidate will be responsible for the creation and servicing of day-to-day sales and trading for institutional clients.

Job Requirements:
Must have a minimum of five years sales and trading experience with corporate, U.S. treasuries, commercial paper, agency securities and various floating-rate money market instruments.

Must have an independent book of buy-side and dealer relationships.

Must be Series 7, 24 and 63 licensed.

Fixed Income buy-side book of business mandatory.

Inter-broker dealer experience also a plus.

CLEAN U-4 Mandatory

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Assistant Trader, $50-60K

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Classification: Full Time

Compensation: $50000 to $60000 per year

A cutting edge hedge fund firm in the Boston area has engaged us to find an Assistant Trader. The right person for this role will be highly proficient with Excel, have good communication skills, be intellectually curious and value working in a collegial atmosphere. The Assistant Trader must be able to work independently as well as in groups without requiring close supervision. In addition, this person must be comfortable working with highly intelligent colleagues from the fields of economics, accounting, computer science, physics and mathematics to name a few. Keys to success will include willingness to work long hours on interesting problems and be interested in finance and investing. Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 and a top tiered school is a plus. The role has a base salary up to $60k with a possibility of bonus and comes with a fantastic benefits package. If you are interested in the Assistant Trader role please forward your resume directly to: [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] for immediate consideration. Please review the requirements before submitting your resume.

Robert Half Finance & Accounting pioneered specialized financial recruitment and today is the worldwide leader. We specialize in placing professionals on a full-time basis in a variety of areas, including accounting, finance, bookkeeping, payroll, credit & collections, audit and taxation. For six decades we have been matching highly skilled accounting and finance professionals with our clients' positions. Our relationship with industry-leading companies in more than 350 locations around the globe gives you unparalleled access to exciting career opportunities. We encourage you to work with us to find out why FORTUNE magazine ranked us #1 in our industry on the list of America's Most Admired Companies. (Source: FORTUNE, March 19, 2007). Robert Half Finance & Accounting is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements
-Bachelors degree
# Excellent Excel skills
# Excellent communication skills
# Min 3.5 cumulative GPA and a top tiered school a plus

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Assistant Trader

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First New York Securities, LLC

Assistant Trader

NYC based proprietary trading firm looking to fill positions available as Assistant Trader to our Equity Traders.

--THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO RECENT COLLEGE GRADS AND IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION--

CANDIDATES MUST BE COMMITTED TO PROPRIETARY TRADING...IF YOU ARE SEARCHING FOR ANY JOB, THIS IS NOT THE JOB FOR YOU!

Duties will Include:

-Individuals must be highly motivated with strong interests in financial markets and trading.
-Risk taking ability and competitiveness are essential qualities.
-Great learning and advancement opportunities.
-Positions are available in both international and domestic trading.
-A successful Assistant Trader becomes a Trader upon graduation from the training program.
-The training program lasts 18-24 months.

We encourage you to visit our website at www.firstnewyorksecurities.com

Requirements
First New York Securities, LLC

Assistant Trader

Qualifications Include:

*Candidates must have strong educational background.
*We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of your college major.
Some of our Benefits Include:

*Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage.
*Life and Disability Insurance Coverage.
*Retirement Planning/ 401k Participation.

We encourage you to visit our website at www.firstnewyorksecurities.com

WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR RESUME, PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CUMULATIVE G.P.A. AND YOUR S.A.T. SCORES BROKEN DOWN BY VERBAL AND MATH. PLEASE ATTACH A COVER LETTER WITH YOUR RESUME.

-RESUMES THAT DO NOT INCLUDE THIS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED-

-Please email cover letter and resume to Assistant Trader Training Program at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]
-Or mail to First New York Securities L.L.C.
Attn: Assistant Trader Training Program, 90 Park Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10016.

We would prefer to receive your resume via email. Please do not call as a follow up to your resume, if you email it, we will receive it and review it. If we determine that you meet the criteria, we will get in touch with you.

First New York Securities, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer, a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and SIPC.

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Experienced Trader - Equities, Options, Fixed Income

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Sun Trading is a proprietary firm that was named one of Chicago's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2008. We specialize in the electronic trading of securities. We strive to maintain our advantages in today's competitive marketplace by improving our trading algorithms, enhancing our technology infrastructure and building an organization that encourages personal growth and increased productivity.

Our team members are highly motivated individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill in mathematics, data analysis, computer programming and technological applications. Our team's diverse backgrounds and educational experiences allow us to find innovative solutions to complex problems. We seek an individual who relishes the challenge of solving complex puzzles and seeks to design faster, more efficient tools.

We currently have a full-time position available for an experienced trader with at least 3 years of hands-on trading experience in equities, options or fixed-income markets.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:
-Executing trades using automated algorithms
-Adjusting trading strategies based on market conditions
-Researching information relevant to trading
-Collaborating with financial engineers and software developers to contribute trading ideas to the organization

Requirements
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a keen interest in markets. The right candidate will be knowledgeable and passionate about topics like statistical analysis, game theory and model optimization. The trader will interact with employees at all levels and within all departments; effective communication skills (both written and oral) are necessary.. The individual must be detail-oriented, well organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively to meet all deadlines, while working under pressure.

Comprehensive hands-on training is provided, as well as a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Cover letters are mandatory. Email resumes to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

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Junior Trader

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Sun Trading is a proprietary firm that was named one of Chicago's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2008. We specialize in the electronic trading of securities. We strive to maintain our advantages in today's competitive marketplace by improving our trading algorithms, enhancing our technology infrastructure and building an organization that encourages personal growth and increased productivity.

Our team members are highly motivated individuals who demonstrate exceptional skill in mathematics, data analysis, computer programming and technological applications. Our team's diverse backgrounds and educational experiences allow us to find innovative solutions to complex problems. We seek an individual who relishes the challenge of solving complex puzzles and seeks to design faster, more efficient tools.

We currently have a full-time position available for a junior trader.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:
-Executing trades using automated algorithms
-Adjusting trading strategies based on market conditions
-Researching information relevant to trading
-Collaborating with financial engineers and software developers to contribute trading ideas to the organization

Requirements
We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a keen interest in markets. The right candidate will be knowledgeable and passionate about topics like statistical analysis, game theory and model optimization. The trader will interact with employees at all levels and within all departments; effective communication skills (both written and oral) are necessary. The individual must be detail-oriented, well organized and able to prioritize tasks effectively to meet all deadlines, while working under pressure.

Comprehensive hands-on training is provided, as well as a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Cover letters are mandatory. Email resumes to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

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Energy Trader

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Come join one of the leading energy infrastructure companies in North America - TransCanada!

Grow your career as we continue to grow through our expanding and diversified portfolio of energy assets in the US and Canada.

The Energy Trader is an exciting opportunity for a strong self-starter to leverage their financial or technical education, utilizing and growing through application mathematical, computer, and analytical skills. We will train you to harness your abilities to provide ongoing analytical input into term trading decisions for exposures resulting from locational differences related to both power and natural gas positions. The successful candidate will analyze locational positions and spread prices related to a portfolio of hedges, retail obligations and asset exposures in the US Northeast.

Specific duties include:

- work with Asset Operations team to determine natural gas transportation flexibility required for the US eastern generation assets
- contribute to strategies related to fuel supply and gas transport for the US northeast
- execute successful hedges to optimize gas transportation assets and basis exposure created by the generation assets
- hedge and price locational power prices for load sales and generation output
- guide the participation in the ISO transmission markets (FTRs, TTCs)
- attend conference and industry events related to gas transportation and power transmission

Requirements

Qualifications:

- BA/BS in Business, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline required
- strong database application and spreadsheet skills required
- Excellent analytical, communication and prioritization skills

Desired Qualifications:

- 1-2 years experience working in a front to mid office energy trading team
- 1-2 years experience working as a trader in another industry (banking, etc.)
- Understanding of regulatory effects on gas transportation and power transmission
- Familiarity with US northeast power and gas markets
- Modelling experience of either transmission or transportation would be an asset

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Quant Trader - Equities

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Financial trading firm in New York is looking to hire quantitative equity traders. Candidates should have excellent knowledge of Equity Markets with prior experience in equities prop trading, statistical arbitrage, microstructure research and/or implementation of high-frequency algorithmic trading models.

Requirements
2 - 10 years of experience. A BS, MS or PhD in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics or other quantitative field is required. Good mathematical, statistical or econometric modeling skills are required. Excellent knowledge of computer science. Good communication skills.

Derivatives, Equity Derivatives, Quantitative Modeler, Physics, Statistics, Finance, Computer Science, fixed income derivatives, interest rate derivatives, modeling, quant, statistical arbitrage, high-frequency trading

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Asia Trader: $75-100K

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Responsibilities: Our client, located in the Boston (Back Bay area), is seeking an Asian Trader.

This Trader will work with the quantitative analysis team to analyze prospective investments, mostly futures and other derivatives, and will carry out trades based on the research. The position requires occasional trading during night time hours.

If you are not a local candidate but are relocating, please inform me of your arrangements (i.e., date and city/state you are relocating to).

Kforce (NASDAQ: KFRC) is a full-service specialty staffing firm providing flexible and permanent staffing solutions for organizations and career management for individuals in the specialty skill areas of information technology, finance & accounting, human resources, engineering, pharmaceutical, health care and scientific. Backed by more than 1,500 recruiting specialists, Kforce operates in more than 40 markets in North America. For more information, please visit our web site at www.kforce.com.

Job Ref#: 1137~EQG~855273P1~99

Requirements
Trader Qualifications:

* Experience trading, particularly exchange-traded futures and options as well as other derivatives (1-3 years)

* Willing to work long hours on interesting problems

* Able to work independently and in a group without requiring close supervision

* Comfortable admitting to mistakes and asking for help when uncertain

* Eager to learn and acquire new skills

* Enjoy working with highly intelligent colleagues

* Applicants should have combined quantitative/analytic SAT/GRE scores in the top 2% or be the recipient of a major award or fellowship

* Applications must include transcripts from all universities attended including course names and grades, and standardized test scores (SAT, GRE, etc.)

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Analytical Traders wanted for London Algorithmic Trading Firm

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Allston Trading is looking for a number of analytical traders for their London Office. The position will involve the daily operation and oversight of our trading systems. The ideal candidate would have the ability to work in a high pressure trading environment and the background to understand complex algorithmic processes. The candidate will be able to contribute in a team environment and will possess a strong curiosity and desire to learn. Specifications: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline required. Master’s degree or professional designation a plus. Ability to do light programming and analysis to aid in trade design and optimization. Some experience in financial markets preferred but not required Work on analytical research projects may be considered as relevant experience About Allston Trading We trade electronically in financial markets around the world, 24 hours/day (including Asian and European markets), and we have offices located in the heart of the financial districts of Chicago and London. One of the many rewards of working with us is that we are small enough that your work matters and visibly contributes to the company’s growth. Compensation is very competitive with comprehensive benefits including health and life insurance, personal financial benefits and generous quarterly bonuses. If this opportunity interests you, kindly send a cover letter stating why you want to be a trader and resume to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé]

Requirements
Allston Trading is looking for a number of analytical traders for their London Office. The position will involve the daily operation and oversight of our trading systems. The ideal candidate would have the ability to work in a high pressure trading environment and the background to understand complex algorithmic processes. The candidate will be able to contribute in a team environment and will possess a strong curiosity and desire to learn. Specifications: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline required. Master’s degree or professional designation a plus. Ability to do light programming and analysis to aid in trade design and optimization. Some experience in financial markets preferred but not required Work on analytical research projects may be considered as relevant experience About Allston Trading We trade electronically in financial markets around the world, 24 hours/day (including Asian and European markets), and we have offices located in the heart of the financial districts of Chicago and London. One of the many rewards of working with us is that we are small enough that your work matters and visibly contributes to the company’s growth. Compensation is very competitive with comprehensive benefits including health and life insurance, personal financial benefits and generous quarterly bonuses. If this opportunity interests you, kindly send a cover letter stating why you want to be a trader and resume to [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] [

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Mortgage Trader

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Requisition Number: 94147

Position Title: Mortgage Trader

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Category: Trading

Relocation: No

Job Description:

RBC'S Wealth Management Mortgage desk has an opportunity for an experienced mortgage trader. While a regional dealer with national reach, this critical role will manage a position and be responsible for commissions and P&L. This position will evaluate market value in ARMs, Floters, Derivatives, CMO and ABS mortgage products.

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications
o Five or more years of trading experience.
o Undergraduate degree in Finance or a related field.
o Series 7 and 63 registered.

Key Accountabilities:

This position will evaluate market value in ARMs, Floters, Derivatives, CMO and ABS mortgage products and manage a position and be responsible for commissions and P&L while service small financial institutions.

Education: BA/BS

We thank all interested candidates however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Bilingual Japanese Fixed Income Sales/Trader

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Job Description:

Global Investment Bank in Downtown seeks a bilingual Japanese Fixed Income Sales/Trader in their Fixed Income Sales/Trading Team. The person is expected to sell fixed income products to Japanese institutions and is involved in its trading as well.

Requirements

Qualifications:

* Currently in financial institutions preferably involved in Fixed Income products or related products
* Series 7&63 is a plus
* BA/BS degree is mandatory
* Self-motivated
* Team player
* Strong communication skills both in Japanese and English is desirable

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Prop Equity Trader

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ECHOtrade, LLC has specialized in the electronic trading of equities since 1996. ECHOtrade has several state of the art facilities located across the United States, including downtown Manhattan. We focus on superior communication, systematic organization, consistency, and discipline to expand your trading career.

Licensed trainees will work directly with our Senior Traders, within a mentorship program, learning innovative trading approaches. Trainees will be taught proprietary methodologies and strategies with continuous feedback from our seasoned staff. Our hands-on approach to train new traders is distinctive from other firms within the trading community.

Requirements
ECHOtrade, LLC is seeking ambitious individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit who have a firm grasp of market principles as it relates to domestic equities. A Series 7 is required; prior trading experience and Series 7 is a plus, but ECHOtrade, LLC will sponsor new traders for the Series 7 examination requirement. Individuals of all talent levels are encouraged to explore the advantages of developing a trading relationship with ECHOtrade, LLC. There is no salary provided by ECHOtrade, LLC and all traders are required to make a minimum capital contribution to their account. Please inquire about our competitive payout and cost structure.

There is no salary provided by ECHOtrade, LLC and all traders are required to make a minimum capital contribution to their account. ECHOtrade does not solicit customers or retail accounts. Professional equities and options trading are risky; see website for full risk disclosure: www.echotradeonline.com/risk-disclosures.php

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Securities Trader Trainee

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Securities Trader Trainee

OPUS Atlanta is looking for Securities Trader Trainees. After a background check is complete, your extensive training will begin.

o You will study 'Trading as a Business' video series developed by Atlanta's Training Manager, Ben Rote.
o Using successful and proven principles, the neophyte trader will develop a 'trader business'. After initial training, you will begin live trading under the mentorship of Mr. Rote. You will use OPUS capital and have no financial risk.
o Trainees will trade New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ listed stocks. Joining the OPUS training program is the stepping-stone to a rewarding and profitable career in the securities industry.
o OPUS's proven training program is one of the key attributes that separate our firm from the competition. We believe in hands on mentorship and teach a highly adaptable and effective trading methodology. Simply having the proper trading support and tools is not enough to survive in todays competitive trading environment. Training and continuous teaching are required for success.
o For more information on the training program, please visit our website at www.opusatlanta.com
o We are currently recruiting nationwide for the following offices: Atlanta, GA OPUS Trading, LLC is a national leading proprietary trading firm.

(Note: On November 18th, 2005 ETG was acquired by Schonfeld Securities. The training program in Atlanta continues to operate with business as usual. Since January 1, 2006 ETG continues to do business as Opus Atlanta. Opus Atlanta is a subsidiary of Schonfeld Securities.)

Requirements

* Entrepreneurial, disciplined, creative individuals who desire a career as a professional trader
* No previous knowledge or experience is required
* OPUS does not participate in Visa sponsorship
* 4 year degree is required for this position

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Energy Trader

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Integrys Energy Services, Inc. is the non-regulated energy marketing subsidiary of Integrys Energy Group, a Fortune 500 energy holding company. Integrys Energy Services is headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin and has been in the non-regulated energy business since 1994. We credit our growth to a clear business mission – to "Provide Customers with the Best Value in Energy and Related Services". We will always strive to provide the most competitive energy supplies and services, product strategies and, most importantly, exceptional customer service and responsiveness. Integrys Energy Services provides individualized energy supply options and strategies that allow customers to manage their energy needs while capitalizing on opportunities resulting from deregulation. We provide energy consulting and project management services covering both electricity and natural gas. Integrys Energy Services serves customers in 23 U.S. states and three Canadian provinces. We have become one of the fastest growing non-regulated energy companies in North America!

We are currently recruiting for a Real Time Trader for our office in Denver, CO. This position will optimize physical assets, wholesale transactions, retail supply and transmission transactions in the real time environment to extract the greatest possible margin from the market. The Real Time Trader will make hourly trades based on real time positions and analysis of market conditions; dispatch generation and balance load to adjust to changes in the market; create opportunities through the building of relationships with market participants; and assist with after-the-fact energy accounting reconciliation as needed.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education/experience in Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Business, or related discipline. Proficiency with MS Office products, particularly Excel, is essential. In addition, the use of analytical computer programs and/or modeling tools as well as experience in the Northeast , Southeast, Canadian, West, and ERCOT real time trading markets, trade analysis, electric system operating, or wholesale marketing is preferred. The ideal candidate for the Real Time Trader must be able to multi-task and enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Lastly, this position is a full-time, 12-hour rotating shift.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested candidates must apply online at www.integrysgroup.com/career/ for job #3061 by no later than August 15, 2008.

INTEGRYS ENERGY SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified candidates, including minorities and women, are encouraged to apply.

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Equity Trader

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Equity Trader

Lynx Capital Partners, LLC, is currently recruiting entry-level traders for its state of the art NYC office. These select few traders will have the opportunity to partake in our training program, which is renowned in the industry for turning out some of the most consistently profitable traders. We pride ourselves on providing traders a congenial, technologically advanced atmosphere that fosters success.

New trainees:

• Experienced and successful traders train new recruits in proven strategies.

• Our trainers have a vested interest in the success of their trainees and therefore are available throughout the day for hands on instruction and feedback as well as intensive post-market lectures.

• Our trainers are industry veterans who apply proven techniques based on years of success. Please be advised that this is not a salary based position.

Experienced traders:

• We are also looking for seasoned traders who want to trade using our advanced trading platform in our NYC facility.

• Experienced traders are welcome to compare othe execution platform we utilize and overall atmosphere to their current firm.

Groups or group leaders are welcome.

Lynx Capital Partners, LLC is neither a broker-dealer nor introducing broker, and does not provide brokerage services.

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Securities Trader 2

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Successful candidate will be a member of the Equity Trading Team based in San Francisco, CA. As an international trader, this position schedule revolves around international market hours (generally 3:30pm to 11:30) Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Provide timely and efficient international trade execution on behalf of Emerging Markets portfolio managers;
Provide pro-active and timely international country, sector and/or security coverage to portfolio managers and analysts.
Build and maintain a strategic network of relationships with international Securities Dealers;
Generate reports for and track various trading related information on a daily basis including options positions, portfolio cash levels, trading commissions and budgeting information;
Filter and direct important market and trading related information coming into the Trading Desk from various sources;
Managing multiple tasks at one time, while remaining focused in fast paced environment;
Demonstrating sound decision making and strategic thinking which reflects an understanding of our businesses and its priorities.

Requirements
* Minimum Qualifications:
BA/BS with a concentration in business or equivalent experience, CFA preferred.
3-5 Years trading international trading experience, with a focus in Asia and Emerging Markets.
Strong analytical ability or technical concentration including analysis of stock and market patterns.
Strong quantitative, qualitative, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle heavy work loads while remaining focused in fast paced team environment.

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Assistant Trader

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Madison Proprietary Trading Group, LLC, an established equities trading firm based in New York City, seeks a qualified trader assistant, to assist in research for one of our head traders.

Requirements
The candidates we are seeking have the following qualities:
• High degree of energy, concentration & attention to detail
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Market knowledge

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Energy Trader

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Come join one of the leading energy infrastructure companies in North America - TransCanada!

Grow your career as we continue to grow through our expanding and diversified portfolio of energy assets in the US and Canada.

The Energy Trader is an exciting opportunity for a strong self-starter to leverage their financial or technical education, utilizing and growing through application mathematical, computer, and analytical skills. We will train you to harness your abilities to provide ongoing analytical input into term trading decisions for exposures resulting from locational differences related to both power and natural gas positions. The successful candidate will analyze locational positions and spread prices related to a portfolio of hedges, retail obligations and asset exposures in the US Northeast.

Specific duties include:

- work with Asset Operations team to determine natural gas transportation flexibility required for the US eastern generation assets

- contribute to strategies related to fuel supply and gas transport for the US northeast

- execute successful hedges to optimize gas transportation assets and basis exposure created by the generation assets

- hedge and price locational power prices for load sales and generation output

- guide the participation in the ISO transmission markets (FTRs, TTCs)

- attend conference and industry events related to gas transportation and power transmission

Requirements

Qualifications:

- BA/BS in Business, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline required

- strong database application and spreadsheet skills required

- Excellent analytical, communication and prioritization skills

Desired Qualifications:

- 1-2 years experience working in a front to mid office energy trading team

- 1-2 years experience working as a trader in another industry (banking, etc.)

- Understanding of regulatory effects on gas transportation and power transmission

- Familiarity with US northeast power and gas markets

- Modelling experience of either transmission or transportation would be an asset

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