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Cubist Execution Trader

Point72
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Paris, 11

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Point72's Cubist Execution Services (QBEX) group is hiring a full-time onsite teammate in Paris to support multi-asset electronic trading and systematic portfolio workflows. This role suits someone with 1 to 3 years in trading operations or electronic execution who is curious, collaborative, and eager to deepen technical skills within a small, globally distributed team. You will help with trade execution, order-flow monitoring, portfolio construction and execution workflows, daily system checks, and cross-team problem solving with portfolio managers, technology squads and brokers across the US and EU. Core requirements include understanding the order lifecycle, Python or another programming language, SQL and data comfort, strong written and verbal communication, and proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; Linux, and exposure to Fixed Income, Options, TBA, CDX, or Inflation/Rates trading are a plus, as is a commitment to high ethical standards. To apply, tailor your resume to show concrete examples of monitoring and troubleshooting systems, data validation, and cross-team collaboration, quantify impact where possible, and pair with a concise cover letter that conveys curiosity, culture fit, and willingness to learn.

Role:

The Cubist Execution Services (QBEX) group is seeking a new team member to support multi‑asset electronic trading and systematic portfolio workflows. This role is ideal for someone with early experience in trading operations or electronic execution who is eager to learn, grow technically, and contribute to a small, globally distributed team. Curiosity, communication, and cultural fit are essential.

Responsibilities:

  • Support multi‑asset trade execution and electronic order flow monitoring.
  • Assist with systematic portfolio construction, execution workflows, and connectivity checks.
  • Perform daily system checks, validate portfolio data, and help manage corporate actions.
  • Troubleshoot trading and portfolio system issues, escalating when needed.
  • Collaborate with portfolio managers, technology teams, and brokers across US/EU regions.

Requirements:

  • 1-3 years in trading operations, electronic execution, or a similar market‑facing role.
  • Basic understanding of the order lifecycle and interest in deepening execution knowledge.
  • Experience with Python or another programming language.
  • Familiarity with SQL and comfort working with data.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across time zones.
  • Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and proficient with Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Experience working on small, collaborative teams.
  • Exposure to market microstructure or execution algorithms preferred.
  • Experience with Linux preferred.
  • Some experience or exposure to Fixed Income, Options, TBA, CDX, or Inflation/Rates trading preferred.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards.