Junior Portfolio Manager

Laniakea is a small start-up hedge fund specializing in active relative value trading of volatility assets. We have team members based in New York, London and Sydney. We are open to NYC or remote candidates based in the US. Role Description This is a full-time role for a Junior Portfolio Manager. We are seeking a highly analytical and curious Junior Portfolio Manager to join our investment team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with other Portfolio Managers to evaluate macroeconomic themes, identify risk-adjusted opportunities, and develop and monitor positions across global markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in macroeconomics, think in terms of probabilities and scenarios, have experience in options/volatility trading and be motivated to contribute meaningfully to investment decision-making in a fast-paced, high-conviction environment. Qualifications A completed undergraduate or postgraduate degree from a Tier 1 university in any discipline (Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, or similar) Demonstrated interest in macroeconomics, global markets, and financial systems 2+ years experience trading options in a market‑making, bank, hedge fund or prop trading environment An analytical mindset with a natural tendency to evaluate the world in terms of risk, reward, and probabilities Exceptional problem‑solving skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated personal interest in value betting/arbitrage or similar a bonus. Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly across timeszones Entrepreneurial attitude, humility, and a readiness to take initiative in a small and dynamic investment team Programming experience in a language of your choice Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States. Preference will be given to candidates with long‑term U.S. work authorization, ideally covering at least the next five years. Laniakea is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role at this time. Key Responsibilities Partner with the Trading Team to identify, evaluate, and manage macro trading opportunities across global asset classes Manage a portfolio of derivatives on an asset, identifying opportunities to find alpha, identify improvements to tooling, processes or analysis Research and interpret macroeconomic data and market developments with a probabilistic and risk/reward‑focused mindset Assist in the development of portfolio construction frameworks, risk management systems, and return attribution processes Monitor market and portfolio developments on a daily basis and generate investment insights Contribute to the refinement and development of trading tools and analytics Support continuous improvement in investment process, research infrastructure, and team collaboration #J-18808-Ljbffr Laniakea Funds