Intraday Algo Trader
Active / Open Until Filled
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Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
December 16, 2025
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
London
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Salary
£74,750 - £138,000 /year
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Career level
Mid Level
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Experience
3 – 5 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Intraday Algo Trader, based out of their corporate offices in London, United Kingdom. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Commodities and Global Markets provides clients around the world with capital and financing, risk management, market access, and physical commodity execution across energy, metals, agriculture, and financial markets. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Join a growing trading team, identifying and capitalising on opportunities in the intraday power markets.
- Execute and drive design, implement, and optimise algorithmic trading strategies, continuously monitoring performance to improve profitability and manage risk.
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to discretionary traders and developers, you will strengthen models, enhance execution, and apply data driven techniques for backtesting and validation.
- Execute and drive stay ahead of market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies, contributing insights that shape the firm’s broader trading strategy.
- Collaborating with traders and quants supporting all timeframes.
- You are an experienced Algorithmic Power Trader with deep knowledge of intraday power markets, a strong quantitative background, and a proven track record of developing profitable algorithmic strategies.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Experience in algorithmic trading within intraday power markets (minimum 3+ years).
- Quantitative and programming skills, with proficiency in Python, C++, or other relevant languages.
- Deep understanding of European, Japanese, or US power markets, including pricing dynamics and intraday trading strategies.
- Ability to develop, test, and deploy algorithmic trading strategies.
- Risk management capabilities and experience operating in a performance driven trading environment.
- Track record of generating consistent profits through algorithmic trading.
- Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to independently source, evaluate, and structure new trading opportunities.
- Success in high pressure environments and collaborative team settings.
- Fluent in English, with proficiency in additional languages considered an advantage.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.
