Ryan Hicks
About Ryan Hicks
Ryan Hicks serves as the Head of Client Execution Services for EMEA at Quantitative Brokers, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in algorithmic trading and client execution, having previously worked at NatWest Markets and Quantitative Brokers in various roles.
Current Role at Quantitative Brokers
Ryan Hicks serves as the Head of Client Execution Services for the EMEA region at Quantitative Brokers. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the firm's client execution strategies and operations. His role involves overseeing client services and ensuring efficient execution of trades, which is critical in the fast-paced financial markets.
Previous Experience at Quantitative Brokers
Prior to his current role, Ryan Hicks worked at Quantitative Brokers in various capacities. He served as the Head of Algorithmic Execution Desk, EMEA, from 2020 to 2021, and as a member of the Algorithmic Execution Desk from 2018 to 2020. His experience at Quantitative Brokers has equipped him with extensive knowledge in algorithmic trading and execution services.
Experience at NatWest Markets
Ryan Hicks has a background in NatWest Markets, where he worked as an E-Trading Support Associate from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he served as a Production Support Analyst from 2015 to 2017. His roles involved providing support for electronic trading systems and ensuring operational efficiency within the trading environment.
Educational Background
Ryan Hicks earned a Master's Degree in Physics from the University of Sussex, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. This academic background has provided him with a strong analytical foundation, which is beneficial in his roles within the finance and trading sectors.
Early Career and Work Placement
Before entering the finance industry, Ryan Hicks completed a work placement at Associated Armour Ltd in 2013. He also worked as an Alumni Associate at MThree Consulting from 2015 to 2017. These early experiences contributed to his professional development and understanding of client relations.