Macro Trader/Jr. Associate Portfolio Manager

  • MKP Capital Management
  • New York, New York
  • Full Time

Responsibilites

Develop and execute discretionary macro trades across rates, FX, equities and/or commodities

Utilize top-down macroeconomic analysis, flow and sentiment data, and technical factors to inform portfolio positioning.

Design trade structures with throughful risk/reward asymmetry and clear catalysts.

Maintain active awareness of global macro themes, policy changes and market dislocations.

Collaborate with the investment and research teams to refine strategies and surface new opportunities.

Monitor and manage portfolio risk within agreed mandates and risk budgets alongside Co-CIO.

Contribute to portfolio construction process by assisting in hedging strategies, monitoring structuring opportunities, and exploring relative value opportunities by providing strategic insight.

Manage entire trade life cycle and all related tasks including risk metrics, trade analysis, trade ranking, monitoring (stops/targets), strategy, execution, booking and reconciliation with the Operations team.

Maintain and build upon sell-side relationships with trading, sales, and syndicates.

Qualifications

3-5 years of experience in macro trading or related experience

Deep passion for financial markets

Demonstrated ability to generate or contribute to alpha-producing trade ideas

Highly proficient in Bloomberg, Excel and ideally Python or other data analysis tools

Highly motivated with a strong work ethic, professional disposition and desire to be part of a highly collaborative team and culture.

Strong quantitative skills and understanding of portfolio construction and portfolio management

Proven experience providing concise, effective communication of investment ideas ot senior investment team

Proactive mindset with strong attention to detail and intellectual rigor

Job ID: 484302540
Originally Posted on: 7/7/2025

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