Jeffrey Becks

Towson, MD 21204

E-Mail: jtbecks11@gmail.com
www.linkedin.com/in/Jeffbecks

Phone: 443-838-7932

OBJECTIVE
To leverage a solid and deep understanding of financial markets across asset classes developed at hedge fund
companies over the past 20 years.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Campbell & Company, Trading Manager - North America

Baltimore, MD

Responsible for the execution and oversight of speculative positions in Foreign Exchange,
Fixed Income, Equity Index and Commodity markets.
Major focus was in Foreign Exchange cash, forward, swap and options markets.
Generated and executed model orders using prudent risk management while verifying
orders with their corresponding strategy and position limits.
Determined optimal execution methods and routed trades appropriately based on benchmark
and current market conditions.
Strong understanding of alpha sources of different strategies.
Consistently monitored the overall portfolio's risk profile, specific market conditions, economic/political
news, and drivers of markets.
Developed, monitored and strengthened bank and broker relationships allowing the firm to increase
capacity and grow assets. Traded $1.1 Trillion in FX Spot in 2008.
Stayed current with the latest trends and techniques in areas of responsibility.
Explored new ways to improve and streamline processes through reengineering and technical advances.
Communicated market performance and economic events that drove the firm's P & L on a daily and
monthly basis.
Lead new initiatives when assessing new trading technology to ensure best execution practices.
Leader in electronic trading.
Mentored and coached team members to assist in their development and determine appropriate
level of responsibility and risk management.
Helped in the development of Campbells (TCA) Transaction Cost Analysis.
Member of Campbell's Best Execution Committee.

Tudor Investment Corporation, Trader

Dec. 1998 to June 2015

Feb. 1994 to May 1998

Greenwich, CT

Responsibilities included keeping the Chairman, Paul Tudor Jones, abreast of market moving events
throughout the Asian time zone. Coverage was in all markets including; Foreign Exchange, Fixed Income,
Equity Index and Commodity markets.
Had to fully understand the liquidity constraints of moving large orders without dramatically effecting price.
Managed positions and portfolio risk based on market conditions.
Evaluated and informed firm of any volume shifts, price action, or other market dynamics that could affect
performance.
Fostered counterparty relationships to ensure optimal market coverage.
Performed shift pass duties to ensure all Trading risk was accounted for.
Proficient with Bloomberg, Reuters and Aspen Graphics.
Successfully traded proprietary capital.

J.P. Morgan, Foreign Exchange Sales

May 1991 to Dec. 1991

Chicago, IL

Market maker in the British Pound and all related crosses primarily within the European time zone.
Made markets for inter-bank, broker, major corporate and institutional clients.
Also responsible for marketing to existing and prospective clients.
Assessed positions and risk based on market conditions.

Refco, Trading Manager Asia

Chicago, IL

Responsible for the development and strategic planning for Institutional clients within the FX markets.
Worked with exchange traded and over-the-counter options markets to construct risk management
and speculative strategies.
Provided coverage to J.P. Morgans spot, option and proprietary desks.
Annually exceeded benchmark sales quotas.
Member of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange.

First National Bank of Chicago, Foreign Exchange Dealer

April 1992 to Feb. 1994

May 1989 to May 1991

New York, NY

Market maker in all currency pairs (Cash and Futures) and crosses during the Asian time zone.
Also made markets in Fixed Income and Metals markets. Traded Fixed Income products on an arbitrage
basis (government bond futures basis).
Team player who thrived in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple
tasks. Loyal and dedicated manager with excellent work record.
Exceeded all benchmark based quotas.
Supervised staff of 3 Traders.

EDUCATION
DePaul University

MBA

Chicago, Illinois, Dec. 1993

Illinois State University

BS, Finance

Normal, Illinois, May 1987