Jr. Sales & Trading Analyst

Oceanus Securites

Job Title: Jr. Sales & Trading Analyst 

Company: Global multi-asset algorithmic trading firm

Region: New York City, Midtown in office 5 days a week 

Category: Sales and Trading - Broker Dealer 

Salary:  $60,000 - $85,000 Base, bonus eligible

Our fast-growing financial broker-dealer and algorithmic trading analytics firm with a presence in the Americas, Europe and Asia provides Algorithmic trading strategies, execution solutions to premier global financial institutions.  We are known for the excellence of our offering and innovation.

Position:

Candidates must demonstrate a strong interest in the financial markets and a clear motivation to build a career in the industry. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented recent graduate or MBA for to join as a Sales and Trading Team as a Jr. Sales and Trading Assistant.  This is a hands-on, fast-paced role, offering direct exposure to trading strategies, market data analysis and client interaction, while providing support to experienced traders and sales professionals.  Sponsorship for the Series 7 License will be provided after a 3-month period.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist senior traders and sales team with day-to-day execution and client servicing tasks.
• Monitor market activity and news flow to support trading decisions.
• Coordinate trade execution and ensure compliance with internal risk and regulatory protocols.
• Reconcile trade breaks and resolve operational issues with back-office teams.
• Use trading platforms and data tools (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters, Excel) to analyze markets and generate reports.
• Generate and interpret TCA and other client-requested reports, by answering Ad-hoc client statistical analysis requirements and providing in-depth responses e.g. past performance reports; hands-on across large-scale data analysis.
• Collaborate between Research and Developments teams, some expertise with Tick Data is a strong advantage. 
• Manipulate large-scale datasets and produce clear, insightful reporting for both internal and external clients.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or MBA in Finance, Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, or related field (recent grad or graduated within 12-24 months).
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets (internships, courses, certifications a plus).
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management.
• Good computing skills. Proficiency in SQL and Python required.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Bloomberg/Reuters is a plus.

Our firm works on some of the most innovative and performance intensive trading technology and analytics today. The company's products and services include advanced trade execution management systems and trading algorithms. Our clients include both buy side and sell side global firms active in equities, options, futures and F/X. The firm fosters an exciting and challenging work-environment with emphasis on continuous learning and innovation. 

Location:

The position is based in New York City (Midtown) and offers an attractive compensation and benefits package with ample opportunities for growth and learning.