Head of Macro Trading and Risk Analytics

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February 11, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
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** Job Description
** The Managing Director, Head of Macro Trading & Risk Analytics, is responsible for leading the Macro trading business within Global Capital Markets. This role oversees all market‑making, pricing, and risk‑taking activities across Macro products, while modernizing the firm’s pricing and risk analytics infrastructure. The leader will drive client‑focused revenue generation, strengthen governance, and ensure a resilient and scalable Macro trading platform that operates with discipline, integrity, and sound risk management.
** Key Responsibilities
**** Revenue Growth & Market‑Making
*** Develop and execute market‑making strategies aligned with client demand, market structure, and macroeconomic outlook.
* Implement advanced pricing tools, analytics, and automation to increase pricing efficiency and enhance monetization of client flows.
* Lead by example in evaluating market conditions, interpreting trends, and making informed, risk‑aligned trading decisions.
* Partner closely with Sales to deepen client engagement and showcase the firm’s trading and execution capabilities at key client events and senior meetings.
** Risk Management & Infrastructure
*** Ensure strict adherence to established risk limits, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements across the Macro trading organization.
* Oversee day‑to‑day supervisory responsibilities and promote a strong culture of accountability, conduct, and risk discipline.
* Partner with risk management teams to ensure compliance with trading limits, stress testing requirements, and control frameworks.
** Basic Qualifications
*** FINRA Series 7, 63, and 24, and NFA Associated Persons designation (required).
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field.
* Extensive experience (7+ years) trading macro options or related derivatives in a global markets environment.
* Proven record in market-making, options pricing, and managing a complex derivatives book.
* Deep expertise in Macro cash products, linear and non‑linear derivatives, and financing instruments, including modeling and risk management.
* Proven record of effective risk management, limit adherence, and regulatory engagement across changing market environments.
* Demonstrated success partnering with internal stakeholders such as Sales, Middle Office, Risk, Technology, Corporate Treasury, and Investment Portfolio.
* Ability to articulate strategy, market views, and risk considerations to senior stakeholders and external partners.
* History of talent development, team leadership, and retention in high‑performance trading environments.
** Preferred Skills & Experience
*** Advanced quantitative or technical degree preferred.
* Experience leading digital, analytical, or automation initiatives within Macro markets.

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** Benefits:
** Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
* Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
* Basic term and optional term life insurance
* Short-term and…