Analyst - Trading Strategy (12-month fixed-term contract)
Pictet Trading & Sales offers clients direct access to global markets and bespoke trading solutions across a wide range of asset classes. Our sales traders, IT specialists, strategists and analysts are assisted by a full suite of risk and control functions as well as some of the latest technologies.
The Trading Strategy team is responsible for creating and publishing short-term dedicated market commentary and trading ideas designed for our institutional trading clients with reference to our proprietary quant model. Joining the team as an analyst you would be working alongside your colleagues by carrying out technical analysis as well as generating short-term macro/trading ideas in alignment with the team strategies.
- Managing the production of technical/charts analysis (Elliott wave theory, Fibonacci, etc.).
- Generating, presenting and articulating short-term (1 to 6-month) ideas in alignment with the long-term macro view and client focus.
- Carrying out short-term market analysis and contributing to the English-language trading strategy publications that are designed for our institutional clients globally.
- Providing analysis/responding to requests for market information on demand.
- Participating in daily trading meetings and regularly presenting/providing pertinent and relevant market information.
- Assisting with the day-to-day production, publishing, compliance and administration requirements associated with the desk’s activities.
- Master’s degree in finance or equivalent.
- At least 5 years of proven experience in a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of listed markets with macro/equity bias.
- Proficient with Bloomberg, FactSet and MS Office (including excel VBA).
- Fluent in both English and French - with proficient English writing skills a must.
- Hands-on professional, passionate about financial markets.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to express complex ideas succinctly.
- Well-organised, resourceful and a keen attention to detail.
- Strong team spirit with a willingness to take initiative, collaborate under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.
We will not accept any CVs via agencies.
REF: ATS/SAS/BL
Start date: July 2024
Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.
