Options Strategy and Trading Analyst (Finance)

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We are currently looking for an Options Strategy and Trading Analyst to join our Equity Derivatives Sales Desk at our New York, NY office.

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.
In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support. We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches. Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 1,000 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street. We empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research. Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments. Learn more about our equities team here .

About the Role
We are seeking a bright, curious, and technically capable Analyst to join our Equity Derivatives Sales Desk. This is a high-impact role at the intersection of finance, technology, and client engagement. You'll work directly with senior salespeople, traders, and structurers, helping deliver complex derivative solutions to institutional clients - while also leveraging modern tools like Python, AI/ML, and data analytics to enhance how we serve our clients and scale our business. You will work in a dynamic, high-energy sales environment on a leading derivatives desk. You will learn how to merge financial intuition with technical horsepower, develop into a variety of more senior roles depending on fit and need (sales, trading, strategy and quantitative operational). You will have opportunity to learn all the intricacies of the equity derivatives market, from execution and clearing to structuring ideas and advising clients on strategy. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent college graduate who is:

• Excited about the stock market and equity derivatives
• Skilled in programming or AI/ML tools
• Comfortable speaking with clients and internal stakeholders
• Thrives in an in-person and office setting

What You'll Do

• Support the sales team with market analysis, idea generation, trade execution, and client materials
• Build or improve internal tools using Python, Excel VBA, or AI models (e.g. for pricing, data visualization, or client intelligence)
• Collaborate with trading, structuring, and research teams to deliver best-in-class service
• Help integrate automation and AI into workflows to increase efficiency and insight
• Communicate market views and product ideas to clients and team members

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Finance, Economics, or related field
• Strong interest in financial markets and equity derivatives
• Proficiency in Python or other programming languages (e.g. SQL, R, JavaScript, etc.)
• Exposure to AI/ML concepts or projects is a big plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - this is not a pure back-office role
• Entrepreneurial, curious, and eager to learn on a fast-paced desk

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee's health, well-being, our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond here .

The anticipated starting salary range for New York individuals expressing interest in this position is $80,000 - $125,000 per year. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, location and other factors. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.

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