Algorithmic Trader | Market Making | Commodities

Algorithmic Trader – Market Making London | Permanent | Full-Time | Onsite (5 days/week) Exceptional Compensation – Significant Upside Potential My client, a leading player in the global energy and commodities markets, is seeking an experienced Algorithmic Trader to join their high-performing team in London. This is a front-office, hands-on role where you\’ll be building and deploying your own algorithmic trading strategies within a market-making environment. You\’ll sit alongside quant developers and traders in a high-impact position with full ownership of strategy implementation, risk management, and performance optimisation. Three Non-Negotiables: Proven experience in market making – ideally within commodities or energy markets. Track record of building and implementing your own trading algorithms . Strong coding skills in either Python or C++ . Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute market-making strategies. Analyse large, noisy datasets to uncover edge and improve execution. Monitor performance and risk, continuously optimising strategies. Collaborate with engineering and data teams to enhance infrastructure and tools. What You Bring: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in algorithmic market-making. Deep understanding of market microstructure and automated trading systems. Strong grasp of statistical analysis, quantitative modelling, and financial mathematics. Resilience under pressure and sharp decision-making in fast-moving markets. Why Apply? High earning potential with performance-based upside. Full ownership of your trading strategy and PnL. Dynamic, collaborative trading floor culture with cutting-edge tools. This is a full-time, on-site role in the City of London — five days a week in the office is essential.