Job Description
Blockhouse's success stems from our groundbreaking approach to quantitative finance, blending sophisticated mathematical models with robust financial strategies to redefine market dynamics. We are on the hunt for an Equities Execution Research Intern to enhance our capabilities and set new standards in financial content creation and execution analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation: Produce two detailed and well-researched blog posts per week (2-3 pages each) on best execution, transaction cost analysis, and related topics.
Social Media Engagement: Transform blog posts into engaging Twitter threads and Instagram carousels to expand our reach on social media.
Market Analysis: Stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in the financial industry, incorporating timely news and events into your content.
Quantitative Analysis: Utilize light quantitative skills to identify significant events in the news and explain strategies for backrunning while minimizing trading costs.
Collaborative Work: Collaborate with the marketing team to ensure content consistency with our brand and strategic objectives.
Continuous Learning: Stay updated with the latest financial news and events, incorporating this knowledge into insightful and compelling content.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Educational Background: No formal education experience required. We prefer candidates who have a strong background in financial technology, analytics, or related fields.
Writing and Research Expertise: Exceptional writing and research skills with a focus on financial technology and analytics.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze and synthesize financial news and events.
Quantitative Aptitude: Basic quantitative skills to identify and explain how to leverage news events for backrunning and minimizing trading costs.
Social Media Proficiency: Proven experience in creating content for social media platforms, particularly Twitter and Instagram.
Self-Motivated: Self-driven and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Location: Based in NYC (preferred but not required).
Why You Should Join Us
Innovative Environment: Lead the charge in financial innovation at a company that's at the forefront of integrating advanced quantitative techniques with traditional financial models.
Expert Team: Work alongside the brightest minds in an environment that values bold ideas and radical solutions to complex problems.
Professional Growth: Enjoy a vibrant company culture that promotes career development, continuous learning, and work-life balance.
Compensation: Equity-only compensation. In-person perks for NYC-based employees include daily free lunch and weekly company bonding events.
If you are passionate about financial analytics and eager to apply your skills to create impactful content, join us. Together, we will redefine the future of trade execution and cost analysis.
