Associate, Portfolio Manager / Derivatives Trader – Derivatives Sma (option Overlays)

BlackRock

Chicago, IL, United States
Base: usd$105,000.00 - usd$140,000.00; bonus/equit...
On-site
Option overlay strategies
Derivatives trading implementation
Python programming experience
The role supports the design and implementation of customized option overlay strategies in SMAs for institutional and wealth clients, combining day-to-day trading implementation with a meaningful client-facing partnership component

Job Summary

  • The role supports the design and implementation of customized option overlay strategies in SMAs for institutional and wealth clients, combining day-to-day trading implementation with a meaningful client-facing partnership component.
  • Key responsibilities include accurately and efficiently implementing model trades, supporting performance and risk reviews, and translating portfolio actions into client-ready messaging.
  • The company offers a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, and support for working parents.

Matching Summary

The role supports the design and implementation of customized option overlay strategies in SMAs for institutional and wealth clients, combining day-to-day trading implementation with a meaningful client-facing partnership component.

Salary

Base: USD$105,000.00 - USD$140,000.00; Bonus/Equity: annual discretionary bonus; Benefits: healthcare, leave benefits, and retirement benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Option overlay strategies
  • Derivatives trading implementation
  • Python programming experience
  • Equity options product knowledge
  • Client-facing partnership

Nice-to-have

  • Process workflow automation enhancements
  • Market microstructure knowledge
  • Transaction cost awareness

Key Requirements

  • 3-5+ years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM
  • 3+ years of Python programming
  • Familiarity with order management systems
  • Experience manipulating large datasets

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Not specified

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