Business Development Analyst
Hudson River TradingHudson River Trading (HRT) is looking for a Business Development Analyst to join our Business Development team in New York City. This role will support HRT's Americas Equities business and help manage relationships with stock exchanges, ATSs, clearing firms, and brokers.
The ideal candidate will apply their subject matter expertise to help guide the continued development of HRT's trading platform. We’re looking for an enthusiastic learner with a keen interest in trading, technology, and making an immediate and tangible impact. The role provides exposure to a wide variety of trading across multiple asset classes, and involves working alongside many teams at HRT.
Responsibilities
- Liaise with third parties including Stock Exchanges, ATSs, clearing firms, and brokers to assist with technology releases, new initiatives, and troubleshooting
- Suggest internal and external improvements supported by data analysis and work with internal development teams to automate processes
- Ensure the accuracy of external data, communicating with data providers when discrepancies are found, and working toward resolutions
- Monitor post-trade performance and trade bookings throughout the entire trade lifecycle
Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Math, Physics, or related field
- Analytical skills, including proficiency with Unix command line, Python and/or Excel
- Understanding of equities and equities trading
- 3+ years of previous work experience in a related field; experience at a trading firm preferred
- Strong ability to use Python and Unix tools to analyze data and answer business questions
- FINRA Series 57 or willing to obtain through HRT
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Strong work ethic and desire to see complex projects from concept to completion
- Thorough attention to detail
- Keen interest in technology and trading is mandatory
The estimated base salary range for this position is $200,000 - $250,000 per year, based on job-related skills and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.
Culture
Hudson River Trading (HRT) brings a scientific approach to trading financial products. We have built one of the world's most sophisticated computing environments for research and development. Our researchers are at the forefront of innovation in the world of algorithmic trading.
At HRT we welcome a variety of expertise: mathematics and computer science, physics and engineering, media and tech. We’re a community of self-starters who are motivated by the excitement of being at the cutting edge of automation in every part of our organization—from trading, to business operations, to recruiting and beyond. We value openness and transparency, and celebrate great ideas from HRT veterans and new hires alike. At HRT we’re friends and colleagues – whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game, or writing elegant code. We embrace a culture of togetherness that extends far beyond the walls of our office.
Feel like you belong at HRT? Our goal is to find the best people and bring them together to do great work in a place where everyone is valued. HRT is proud of our diverse staff; we have offices all over the globe and benefit from our varied and unique perspectives. HRT is an equal opportunity employer; so whoever you are we’d love to get to know you.