Junior Futures Trader (US Market Hours)

About Life Trading

Life Trading is a growing proprietary trading company with offices in London and Sydney. We combine disciplined execution, quantitative research, and technology-driven trading across global futures markets.

Our culture is relaxed but high-performing, featuring a flat structure that highly values accountability, collaboration, and work-life balance.

About the Role

We are seeking a Junior Futures Trader to join our London office, requiring availability to work US market hours. This is a hands-on role that blends live futures trading, quantitative research, and strategy optimization within a fast-moving and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with traders, developers, and quantitative researchers to enhance trading systems, analyze market behavior, and contribute to new trading ideas and execution improvements.

Remote positions may be considered for the right candidate.

Mission at Life Trading

Trading Responsibilities

• Manage risk as part of a 24-hour global trading team.
• Monitor and adjust parameters across proprietary trading systems.
• Support live trading operations and desk coverage.
• Contribute to overall trading performance and execution quality.

Research & Strategy Development

• Research macroeconomic themes and market-moving events.
• Participate in market briefings and idea generation discussions.
• Perform data analysis using Python and Microsoft Office tools.
• Conduct market microstructure analysis using proprietary backtesting frameworks.
• Assist in improving trading systems and strategies.
• Analyze strategy performance metrics and support Software User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Collaborate with developers and quantitative researchers on new tools and features.

Other Responsibilities

• Adhere to company values, policies, and operational standards.
• Comply with exchange rules, risk frameworks, and compliance obligations.
• Support operational and administrative tasks as required.

What We Are Looking For

• 1–3 years of experience trading futures markets or working within a trading environment.
• Availability to work US market hours from our London office.
• Strong interest in global macro and futures markets.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficiency in Python or a strong interest in developing these skills.
• Ability to multitask effectively in fast-moving market environments.
• Clear communication skills and strong attention to detail.

Bonus Points For

• Experience within a proprietary or quantitative trading environment.
• Exposure to systematic or algorithmic trading strategies.
• Experience with market microstructure analysis.
• Basic C++ knowledge or a willingness to learn.
• Interest in improving trading tools, systems, or processes.

Benefits

At Life Trading, we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. We offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Reflecting your experience and contribution.
• Flat Structure: Direct access to decision-makers and real influence.
• Collaborative Environment: Opportunity to work directly with experienced traders and developers.
• Work-Life Balance: A flexible and supportive culture.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and growth opportunities.
• High Impact: The ability to directly influence trading outcomes and strategy development.
• Social Events: Team activities and company events.
• Employee Recognition: Celebrating individual and team success.