IMC is a leading global market maker with over 35 years of options market-making expertise, bringing its proven technology and deep liquidity provision to FX options across major G10 currency pairs. As a trader on our FX Options desk, you will play a key role in our growing market-making operation, working within a tech-driven, pure market maker model that leverages automated pricing systems to quote competitive spreads across multiple platforms. With planned expansion in 2026, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-impact desk at an established firm that combines the speed and efficiency of a technology-led trading business with the credibility of a globally recognised counterparty.

Position Overview: We are seeking a talented and experienced FX Options Trader to join our dynamic trading team. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing trades, managing risk, and generating profitable opportunities in the FX options market. This role requires a deep understanding of options pricing models, market dynamics, and trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities

: Trade Execution: Execute trades in FX options across major currency pairs, adhering to trading strategies and risk parameters. Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive analysis of market trends, volatility patterns, and macroeconomic factors to identify trading opportunities and risks. Risk Management: Monitor and manage risk exposure, including delta, gamma, vega, and theta risks, to optimize trading performance and ensure compliance with risk limits.

Strategy Development: Develop and implement proprietary trading strategies to capitalize on market inefficiencies and generate alpha. Collaboration: Work closely with quantitative analysts, developers, and other traders to enhance trading models, algorithms, and systems. Trade Documentation: Maintain accurate trade records, P L reports, and other documentation required for regulatory compliance and internal reporting.

Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of industry developments, regulatory changes, and technological advancements to continuously improve trading strategies and performance.

Qualifications

: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field. , MBA, PhD) preferred. Proven track record of success in FX options trading, with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in a similar role.

Deep understanding of options pricing models, volatility dynamics, and trading strategies. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or MATLAB for data analysis and model development. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced trading environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and interact with clients.

Requirements

and compliance standards in the financial services industry. About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend.

Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.