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Your role

As Citadel Securities seeks to become the most successful investment team in the world, they empower Traders to bring investment ideas to life. Their Traders identify opportunities in major financial markets around the world and take calculated risks. They succeed together in a team environment that facilitates close collaboration between Traders, Quantitative Researchers, and Technologists.

As a graduate, you’ll get to challenge the impossible in trading through a structured program that will allow you to collaborate and connect with senior team members. In addition, you’ll get the opportunity to network and socialize with peers at iconic venues.

Your Objectives

• Develop in-depth knowledge of the financial market
• Apply advanced statistical techniques to trading
• Constantly learn and adapt trading approaches
• Innovate by using one of the industry’s most powerful trading platforms

About you

Your Skills & Talents

• Advanced training in Applied Math, Engineering, Statistical Modeling, Calculus, Computer Science, Physics or related disciplines required (bachelor’s, master’s, PhD Degree) 
• Ability to think about the world systematically and quantitatively, as well as the ability to deal with uncertainty in a rigorous and statistical approach
• Interest in applying technology and/or quantitative skills to solve complex trading problems
• Passion for the markets and a desire to seize investment opportunities
• Experience with programming, scripting, and/or statistical software strongly preferred

Benefits

They provide the benefits you might expect from a leading financial firm—and then go above and beyond. Depending on location, personal and health benefits can include access to a concierge healthcare team, a health advocate and health counselling, egg freezing and adoption support and personal benefits such as paid parental leave and backup daycare. On the financial side, benefits can include tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing, 401(k) match and identity theft protection.

Training & development

Citadel Securities offers a structured program that fosters a collaborative culture where continuous learning is a priority, encouraging employees to exchange ideas and inspire one another. Through mutual learning and collaboration, employees are empowered to bring out their best and succeed together.

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Career progression

Team members at Citadel Securities are empowered to realise their full potential from the outset, with ambitious individuals finding opportunities to advance rapidly. The firm values diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and competitive advantage, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and excel.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• citadelsecurities.com/careers/
• citadelsecurities.com/our-teams/