Strategy Intern at DRW

London, England, United Kingdom

DRW Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Finance, TradingIndustries

Requirements

  • Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics or any related science discipline with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and August 2027
  • Proven ability to work on cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders
  • Ability to effectively leverage data to analyze and quantify new business opportunities
  • Understanding of derivative markets
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Identify and define strategic priorities in close collaboration with DRW leadership
  • Build relationships across trading groups to identify opportunities and use unique capabilities to expand into new or incremental opportunities
  • For selected projects, help drive implementation of new initiatives, in partnership with the relevant desk and a dedicated project manager
  • Deliver concrete and data-based business planning recommendations to senior leaders within DRW’s business units
  • Identify and investigate new business opportunities using market data and other market insights, including analyzing data from exchanges (e.g., volume trends and new market efforts) and staying current on the competitive landscape
  • Provide insight to DRW leadership regarding cost models, scenario outcomes, and technology, operations, and personnel requirements

Skills

Market Analysis
Data Analysis
Strategic Planning
Business Development
Financial Modeling

DRW

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

About DRW

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters
2001Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Daily catered breakfast & lunch
Massages
Social events
Gym subsidy
Flexible work arrangements
Monthly tastings
Game room
On-site yoga classes and meditation
Employee led affinity groups
Mentor/mentee outings
Trivia nights
Educational opportunities
DRW-sponsored sports teams
Poker tournament
Private mother's suite

Risks

Increased competition from algorithmic trading firms may erode DRW's market share.
Cryptocurrency market volatility poses risks to DRW's crypto-assets strategy.
Talent war in tech and finance sectors may impact DRW's ability to retain top talent.

Differentiation

DRW combines technology, research, and risk management for diversified trading opportunities.
They operate using their own capital, allowing quick pivots to capture opportunities.
DRW has expanded into real estate, venture capital, and crypto-assets.

Upsides

Machine learning algorithms enhance predictive accuracy and risk management in trading.
DeFi platforms offer new opportunities for higher returns in crypto-assets.
Quantum computing revolutionizes trading strategies with faster, complex data analysis.

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