Quantitative Trader - Options

About us :

B2C2 is a digital asset pioneer building the ecosystem of the future. The firm has unlocked institutional access to crypto by providing reliable liquidity across market conditions.

B2C2’s success is built on crypto-native technology and continuous product innovation, making it the partner of choice for diverse institutions globally.

Founded in 2015 and acquired by Japanese financial group, SBI, in 2020, B2C2 remains a standalone company. Headquartered in the UK, with offices in the US and Japan, B2C2 OTC Ltd.

is authorised and regulated by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FRN 810834).

B2C2 is filled with experienced traditional finance and crypto professionals with many years of experience in the industry.

We are a uniquely skilled team, covering sell-side OTC client flow, funding, options and high-frequency liquidity provision, with a range of products that keeps expanding.

We pride ourselves on our company culture and ability to attract not only the top talent but the right people. If you are looking for a role in an exciting new industry, at a dynamic company please keep reading.

Scope of the Role

You will play a key role in a small team being the main US options trader and covering the US time zone. You will be responsible for the daily management of the central risk book and will have impact from day 1, while bringing a new external perspective to help us drive forward and grow.

Options is a growth product at B2C2 so your role and career is expected to grow together with the business. Your responsibilities will be as follows.

• Making prices to clients - across majors and altcoin options.
• Managing and hedging risks in the trading book.
• Identifying trading opportunities in crypto volatility markets. Monitoring trading flows and price changes.
• Designing and contributing to systematic vol trading / options MM strategies.
• Generating trade ideas and working with Sales to drive growth of the OTC client franchise.
• Working closely with Quant Devs to improve trading and risk management systems.
• Working on innovative solutions across the crypto and TradFi industry.

Requirements :

• At least 2 years’ experience in a relevant trading and market-making environment (experience in crypto or illiquid Tradfi asset classes preferable).
• University degree in a numerical degree, with strong grades.
• A personal interest in crypto and macro markets.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment at the cutting edge of trading and technology within the industry.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a natural intuition for risk, pricing and how crypto markets function.
• Proficiency in Python is desirable, be that through personal projects or within a professional environment.
• Excellent teamwork and clear communication skills and ability to express ideas.
• Ability to develop new skills and understand market developments as required.
• A demonstrated track record of understanding the importance of considering risk management, compliance, group policies and relevant regulatory framework.

Benefits :

• Competitive base salary and semi-annual discretionary bonus
• Company paid holidays (20)
• Company paid health and protective benefits
• 401(k) contribution plan
• Refreshments and drinks in-office
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Exciting social calendar
• Flexible working
• Recognition awards
• The opportunity to grow at a fast pace in meritocratic environment

A strong culture is a common denominator among the most successful companies and B2C2 is proud to be a values-based company.

• Ambitious - Striving to make history through world class achievements
• Innovative - Forward looking in our solutions for clients and employees
• Meritocratic - Rewarding positive contribution across the organisation
• Collegiate - Achieving through teamwork through a healthy environment
• Risk Aware Informed decision making and considered in our practices

Equal Employment Opportunities Policy :

B2C2 is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

It is the policy of B2C2 to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

As such, B2C2 will not tolerate discrimination against any of our employees on the basis of membership in a protected category.

We are also committed to creating an inclusive environment to ensure we attract, engage, promote and retain the best talent.

We will consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles.