[Hiring] Futures Researcher @Prop Firm Match Global – FZCO

Role Description

The Futures Researcher is a research-focused role dedicated exclusively to futures prop trading markets. In this role, you are responsible for maintaining the accuracy and structure of futures prop firm data, while continuously producing high-quality research and insights that support traders and internal teams. You will track developments across the futures prop trading ecosystem, monitor firm changes, and translate market and industry activity into clear, actionable intelligence.

Success in this role means owning the integrity of research outputs end-to-end — ensuring data is consistently accurate, firm updates are reflected in real time, and insights are delivered in a way that helps traders understand the futures prop trading landscape with clarity and confidence. Your work directly supports platform content, product decisions, and strategic direction.

Key Performance Objectives

• Ensure accuracy of firm data and platform content
  • Maintain a high standard of accuracy and consistency across all proprietary trading firm data and public-facing platform content.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date data across internal databases and the platform.
  • Identify and correct outdated, missing, or inconsistent firm information.
  • Track updates across futures prop firms and reflect changes in systems.
  • Conduct regular audits of firm profiles and structured research data.
  • Ensure internal documentation and trackers remain reliable and well-organized.
• Deliver consistent research on futures prop firms
  • Research and profile futures prop trading firms globally.
  • Track industry changes, firm updates, and new market entrants.
  • Maintain structured and well-documented firm research.
  • Deliver clear summaries and comparative insights for internal use.
  • Build strong domain expertise in futures prop trading models and evaluation systems.
• Produce clear market insights and research-driven content
  • Monitor futures market developments (macro + micro drivers affecting trader behavior).
  • Deliver 2–3 structured research briefs per month.
  • Produce weekly or recurring market commentary when required.
  • Contribute insights for educational and analytical content.
  • Simplify complex futures market information into clear, trader-friendly narratives.
• Collaborate across teams to improve research and content quality
  • Support content initiatives with timely futures market insights.
  • Participate in internal syncs and planning discussions.
  • Identify workflow gaps and propose improvements.
  • Contribute to structured research processes and documentation systems.
  • Share relevant market insights that support product and strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in research, market analysis, financial analysis, or a similar analytical role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, with a focus on futures instruments.
• Familiarity with proprietary trading firms and their evaluation/challenge models.
• Strong analytical and structured thinking skills.
• Excellent written communication with the ability to simplify complex topics.
• Experience with research tools, spreadsheets, or data management systems.
• Comfortable working in a remote, cross-functional environment.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• High attention to detail and strong ownership mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and benefits.
• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage (U.S. only), including gender-affirming care.
• Flexible PTO including sick time, holidays, refresh days, and sabbatical leave after five years.
• Work remotely with the flexibility you need to maintain balance and focus.
• A professional, transparent, and healthy work environment that values both results and people.

Hiring Process

• Application screening: We carefully review all applications to identify candidates whose research experience, analytical thinking, and familiarity with financial markets best match the role’s performance objectives.
• Video Self-Introduction: A short asynchronous video where you introduce yourself, share your background, and briefly explain your experience with financial markets, research, or the prop trading industry.
• Discovery Interview with HR Team: Shortlisted candidates will join a conversation with Lilit Y., our HR Generalist, focused on your professional background, research experience, analytical approach, and alignment with Prop Firm Match Global FZCO’s culture and values.
• Research Task: You’ll complete a short, role-relevant research task based on real Prop Firm Match scenarios, with clear instructions and expectations.
• Interview with Hiring Manager: You will join a conversation with Abdulazeez A., our Lead of Research, focused on your research methodology, futures market expertise, and ability to analyze proprietary trading firms.
• Offer Stage: If there’s a strong mutual fit, we move into an informal alignment discussion followed by a formal written offer.

Why Join Prop Firm Match Global FZCO?

• Contribute to a growing platform shaping the future of proprietary trading.
• Work within a flat, collaborative team where your input is valued.