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