Bruno Decourt
About Bruno Decourt
Bruno Decourt serves as the Head of Macro Trading at Squarepoint Capital in Paris, where he applies his expertise in timeseries analysis and derivatives pricing. With a strong background in quantitative finance and programming, he has held various roles in prominent financial institutions since 2008.
Work at Squarepoint Capital
Bruno Decourt has been serving as the Head of Macro Trading at Squarepoint Capital since 2017. In this role, he oversees macro trading strategies and operations, leveraging his extensive experience in financial markets. His responsibilities include developing and implementing quantitative strategies that enhance trading performance. Based in the Paris Area, France, Decourt has contributed to the firm's growth and success in macro trading over the past seven years.
Previous Experience in Financial Markets
Before joining Squarepoint Capital, Bruno Decourt worked at Citadel Global Fixed Income as a Systematic Researcher from 2013 to 2016. His role involved conducting research to inform systematic trading strategies. Prior to that, he was a Quantitative Portfolio Analyst at AHL Man Investments from 2011 to 2013, where he focused on portfolio management. Additionally, he worked at BNP Paribas as a Derivatives Pricing Analyst from 2008 to 2011, gaining expertise in derivatives pricing.
Education and Expertise
Bruno Decourt holds a Master of Science in Economics from HEC Paris Management School, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. He also completed a Master in Quantitative Economics and Finance at Ecole Polytechnique in 2008-2009. Earlier, he attended Lycee Louis Le Grand for HEC Preparatory Classes from 2003 to 2005. His educational background has equipped him with advanced skills in timeseries analysis, numerical methods, and statistical methods, which he applies in macro trading.
Technical Skills in Programming
Bruno Decourt is proficient in programming languages Python and C++, particularly in their application within financial markets. His programming skills support his work in developing quantitative strategies and enhancing portfolio management strategies. This technical expertise complements his strong background in derivatives pricing and macro trading.