Junior Futures Trader (US Market Hours)

About Us 👋

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, with a flat structure that values accountability, collaboration, and work-life balance.

About the Role 💡

• We’re looking for a Junior Futures Trader to join our London office, working US market hours. This is a hands-on role combining live futures trading, quantitative research, and strategy optimisation within a fast-moving and collaborative environment.
• You’ll work closely with traders, developers, and quantitative researchers to improve trading systems, analyse market behaviour, and contribute to new trading ideas and execution improvements.
• Remote positions considered for the right candidate

Your Mission at Life Trading 🎯

Trading

• 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 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
• Analyse strategy performance metrics and support software UAT
• Collaborate with developers and quantitative researchers on new tools and features

Other Responsibilities

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

What We’re Looking For 👀

• 1–3 years’ 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
• Python capability or strong interest in developing these skills
• Ability to multitask in fast-moving market environments
• Clear communication skills and strong attention to detail

Bonus Points For ✅

Experience within a proprietary trading or quantitative trading environment

Exposure to systematic or algorithmic trading strategies

Experience with market microstructure analysis

Basic C++ knowledge or willingness to learn

Interest in improving trading tools, systems, or processes

Benefits 🎉

• At Life Trading, we recognise 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: Work directly with experienced traders and developers
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible and supportive culture
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and growth opportunities
• High Impact: Ability to directly influence trading outcomes and strategy development
• Social Events: Team activities and company events
• Employee Recognition: Celebrating individual and team success