Trading Internship Zurich
Key facts
What you bring
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Quantitative Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. Strong interest in financial markets and Leonteq’s product offering. Ability to work independently, accurately, and under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. Excellent communication skills with a team-oriented and positive mindset. High motivation, precision, and a structured, methodical approach. Proficient in Python programming language. Strong knowledge of machine and deep learning techniques. Fluency in business English. Relevant prior work experience is a nice-to-have. Additional languages (German, French, or Italian) are a nice-to-have.
Your tasks
Monitor and manage risks arising from the issuance and trading of structured products. Develop fluency in product dynamics, trading systems, and risk-taking processes. Provide timely and competitive quotes to Sales and Structuring teams, ensuring market parameters are accurately maintained. Review trade bookings and maintain book positions systematically. Carry out key operational tasks to support the desk. Ensure coverage of order taking and execution. Support senior traders in their daily activities. Contribute to the development of trading infrastructure, enhancing automation and scalability in collaboration with internal teams. Collaborate closely with trading colleagues to exchange insights on risk, processes, flows, and strategies. Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments and affiliates.
What they offer
Gain first-hand exposure to the world of structured products with a strong focus on risk management in a fast-paced environment at a leading Swiss FinTech trading company.