Director, Delta One Trading, Equity Derivatives

Director, Delta One Trading, Equity Derivatives

Full-Time 150000 - 225000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
CLSA

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead Delta One Trading across European and U.S. markets, managing TRS books and risk hedging.
  • Company: Dynamic trading firm focused on innovation and performance.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.
  • Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
  • Why this job: Drive impactful trading strategies and mentor the next generation of traders.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Finance or related field, 9+ years in trading, coding skills in Python and VBA.

The predicted salary is between 150000 - 225000 £ per year.

We are seeking a Director, Delta One Trading across European and U.S. markets, with accountability for managing TRS books and overseeing real-time risk hedging during market hours. The role will drive inventory and capital optimisation strategies, identifying opportunities for alpha generation and consistent outperformance. You will partner cross-functionally to deliver critical technology enhancements, including the evolution of in-house trade management systems and the D1 trading lifecycle to support business scalability across EMEA. This position also requires designing systematic hedging strategies and mentoring junior talent, fostering a high-performance team culture and strengthening trading capabilities.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

  • Manage the European and U.S. TRS books, including risk hedging during European and U.S. market opening hours.
  • Develop inventory and capital optimisation strategies, identifying opportunities for outperformance.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver IT projects that enhance and upgrade in‑house trade management systems.
  • Renovate the D1 trading lifecycle management to scale the business and deepen penetration in local European markets.
  • Design and implement systematic hedging and alpha strategies across EMEA and U.S. markets.
  • Mentor junior traders through skills development and workload delegation, while actively contributing to team building and talent development.

Requirements

  • Degree holder in Finance, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering or related discipline(s).
  • Minimum 9 years of experience in sell side trading, familiarity with trading workflows is essential.
  • Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese.
  • Proficient coding skills in Python and VBA.
  • Strong work ethic and motivation.
  • Ability to think fast and critically, solve various problems arising from trading, risk and operations.
  • Ability to work under pressure and collaborate in a team.

Director, Delta One Trading, Equity Derivatives employer: CLSA

As a leading player in the financial markets, we offer an exceptional work environment for our Director of Delta One Trading, where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and cross-functional partnerships that enhance both personal and professional development. Located in a vibrant financial hub, we provide a dynamic culture that values high performance and encourages strategic thinking, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in trading.

CLSA

Contact Details:

CLSA Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Director, Delta One Trading, Equity Derivatives

TRS Book Management
Risk Hedging
Inventory Optimisation
Capital Optimisation
Alpha Generation Strategies
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Trade Management Systems