Junior Futures Trader

<h2><strong>About Us 👋</strong></h2> <p>Life Trading is a growing proprietary trading company with offices in London and Sydney. We combine disciplined execution, quantitative research, and technology-driven trading across global futures markets.</p> <p>Our culture is relaxed but high-performing, with a flat structure that values accountability, collaboration, and work-life balance.</p> <h2><strong>About the Role 💡</strong></h2> <p>We’re looking for a <strong>Junior Futures Trader</strong> to join our London office. This is a hands-on role combining live futures trading, quantitative research, and strategy optimisation within a fast-moving and collaborative environment.</p> <p>You’ll work closely with traders, developers, and quantitative researchers to improve trading systems, analyse market behaviour, and contribute to new trading ideas and execution improvements.</p> <h2><strong>Your Mission at Life Trading 🎯</strong></h2> <h3><strong>Trading</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Manage risk as part of a 24-hour global trading team</li> <li>Monitor and adjust parameters across proprietary trading systems</li> <li>Support live trading operations and desk coverage</li> <li>Contribute to trading performance and execution quality</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Research &amp; Strategy Development</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Research macroeconomic themes and market-moving events</li> <li>Participate in market briefings and idea generation discussions</li> <li>Perform data analysis using Python and Microsoft Office tools</li> <li>Conduct market microstructure analysis using proprietary backtesting frameworks</li> <li>Assist in improving trading systems and strategies</li> <li>Analyse strategy performance metrics and support software UAT</li> <li>Collaborate with developers and quantitative researchers on new tools and features</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Other Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Follow company values, policies, and operational standards</li> <li>Adhere to exchange rules, risk frameworks, and compliance obligations</li> <li>Support operational and administrative tasks as required</li> </ul> <h2><strong>What We’re Looking For 👀</strong></h2> <ul> <li>1–3 years’ experience trading futures markets or working within a trading environment</li> <li>Strong interest in global macro and futures markets</li> <li>Strong numerical and analytical skills</li> <li>Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools</li> <li>Python capability or strong interest in developing these skills</li> <li>Ability to multitask in fast-moving market environments</li> <li>Clear communication skills and strong attention to detail</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Bonus Points For ✅</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Experience within a proprietary trading or quantitative trading environment</li> <li>Exposure to systematic or algorithmic trading strategies</li> <li>Experience with market microstructure analysis</li> <li>Basic C++ knowledge or willingness to learn</li> <li>Interest in improving trading tools, systems, or processes</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Benefits 🎉</strong></h2> <p>At Life Trading, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset. We offer:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Competitive Compensation:</strong> Reflecting your experience and contribution</li> <li><strong>Flat Structure:</strong> Direct access to decision-makers and real influence</li> <li><strong>Collaborative Environment:</strong> Work directly with experienced traders and developers</li> <li><strong>Work-Life Balance:</strong> Flexible and supportive culture</li> <li><strong>Professional Development:</strong> Ongoing learning and growth opportunities</li> <li><strong>High Impact:</strong> Ability to directly influence trading outcomes and strategy development</li> <li><strong>Social Events:</strong> Team activities and company events</li> <li><strong>Employee Recognition:</strong> Celebrating individual and team success</li> </ul>