Junior Trader - Prague, The Czech Republic

Employer

WOOD & Company Financial Services, a.s.

náměstí Republiky 1079/1a, Praha – Nové Město

Salary

50,000 ‍–‍ 60,000 CZK

Introduction

Who We Are and What We Believe In:

WOOD & Company is the leading investment bank in Emerging Europe focused on providing corporate finance services, securities brokerage, and asset management.

Company actively operates on major world stock exchanges and is the largest trader on the Prague Stock Exchange. In addition to managing the finances of high net worth individuals and institutional investor, it services also retail clients in the Czech and Slovak Republics and Poland through the automated investment platform Portu. In the areas of real estate, medical devices, the pharmaceutical industry and waste management, the group's assets exceed 4.5 billion euros. WOOD & Company operates in seven European cities, with headquarters in Prague, investment banking and capital market experts in London, Bratislava, Warsaw, Bucharest, Milan and Dublin.

Job offer

"WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN”

We aim to become the best and largest investment bank in Central and Eastern Europe. That's what we live for.

We would be glad if you decided to join us on our journey. Here's what you'll experience:

... A friendly atmosphere full of support, creativity, and warmth.

... Opportunities for self-realization because new ideas are welcomed and encouraged. Do you have any? Would you like to share them?

... Daily interaction with industry leaders, and smart professionals ready to share their know-how with you. Not yet, though – you have to join us first :-)

We are excited to announce an opening for a Trader to join our dynamic trading team. This position will focus on agency business, where the successful candidate will be responsible for executing client orders, overseeing algorithmic trading, collaborating with Bloomberg, and communicating our interests (Indications of Interest - IOIs) to the market.

What specifically awaits you?

... Primarily, a diverse workload where you won't get bored. Work tasks include, for example:

Execute client orders with precision and efficiency.
Oversee algorithmic trading strategies and performance.
Collaborate with Bloomberg to enhance trading capabilities.
Indicate our interests (IOIs) to the market to optimize client service.

Qualifications:

Reliability and a diligent work ethic are essential qualities for this role.
Proven experience in trading, specifically in an agency capacity is a benefit.
Understanding of algorithmic trading and market dynamics.
Proficiency in Bloomberg and other trading platforms is an advantage but not a must.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU?

Work in modern offices in the center of Prague (Palladium)
Opportunities for growth
Benefits – fitness benefits (Multisport card), yoga classes, pension contributions, an extra 5th week of vacation, 5 sick days, etc."

About department

Oddělení Equity

The Equities department is divided into Research, Sales & Sales trading, and Trading. The research department covers and analyzes investment opportunities in the region using both top-down and bottom-up analysis. The Equity Research Intern position would be part of the Equity Research department.