Technical & Derivatives Analyst

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities:

Market Analysis & Forecasting via Technical Analysis:

Conduct in-depth technical & derivative analysis across various Equity Cash & derivatives (F&O) segment & consistently generate profitable trading calls across various segments (Equity & F&O)
Conduct in-depth technical analysis using charting software and a wide range of technical indicators and charting patterns to identify high-probability trading setups
Maintain a high accuracy rate for both intraday and positional trading recommendations
Forecast short-term and medium-term market movements for major indices, sectors, and individual stocks

Derivatives:

Be able to Identify-analyze live derivative data to generate intra-day as well as positional Index Option Trading recommendations and Option strategies with Payoff construction
Be able to Formulate trading ideas (Future, Option, Pair Trades) based on derivatives data

Research & Reporting:

Generate and publish daily, weekly, and special technical research reports with clear, concise, and actionable recommendations
Prepare and deliver presentations to internal teams and clients, explaining the rationale behind trading calls and market views
Contribute to the firms research portal and client communication channels with timely market commentary and updates

Strategy & Risk Management:

Develop and back test trading strategies based on technical analysis
Incorporate robust risk management principles, including defining clear entry points, stop-loss levels, and profit targets for all recommendations
Actively monitor open positions and provide real-time updates and adjustments in response to market volatility

Client & Stakeholder Communication:

Serve as a subject matter expert, addressing client queries related to technical market trends and specific trading calls
Conduct webinars, seminars, and training sessions for clients to enhance their understanding of technical / derivative analysis and market dynamics
Collaborate with sales and advisory teams to provide them with the necessary insights and support to serve clients effectively

Key Competencies:

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in a variety of technical analysis tools and platforms (e.g., Falcon, Spider, Trading View, Meta Stock, Bloomberg Terminal, Refinitiv)
Strong knowledge of technical indicators (e.g., RSI, MACD, Moving Averages, Bollinger Bands), charting patterns (e.g., Head & Shoulders, Flags), and advanced methodologies (e.g., Elliott Wave Theory, Fibonacci Retracements)
Experience with statistical analysis and data visualization. Knowledge of Python, R, or other programming languages for back testing and algo development is a plus

Derivative Skills:

Have rich knowledge in option pricing, Option Greeks and hedging strategies with understanding of trade economics, pay-off profiles, and pricing factors
Have knowledge in conducting Open Interest Analysis, FII Derivate Data Analysis, Rollover Analysis, Hedging Strategies and implementing the same in option strategies for favorable risk/reward gains

Soft Skills:

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to a diverse audience
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
High attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
A high degree of integrity and ethical conduct, with a commitment to regulatory compliance