Natalie Upton

Junior Trader @ Mako Trading | First Class Masters of MORSE Graduate from the University of Warwick

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Currently a Junior Trader at Mako Trading, market making Short Term Interest Rate Options. Graduated with First-Class Honors in Master's of Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics, and Economics (MMORSE) from the University of Warwick, where I specialised in game theory and financial mathematics. My rigorous academic training equipped me with a deep understanding of complex quantitative models and their applications in financial markets. I am passionate about applying quantitative techniques to optimise trading strategies and enhance decision-making. I am always seeking more opportunities to learn or network so please feel free to reach out and send me a message.

Experience

  • Mako Trading (On-site)
    • Junior Trader
      Jan 2026 - Present · 5 mos

    • Graduate Trader
      Sep 2024 - Jan 2026 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Euribor Options Market Making

  • Quantitative Trader Intern at Susquehanna International Group, LLP (SIG)
    Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 · 4 mos

    European Single Stocks Desk: I independently analysed the impact of broker rating changes on equity prices using Python, developing and back-testing a successful trading strategy that provided actionable results for the desk.

  • Social Secretary at Warwick Statistics Society
    Mar 2021 - Mar 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Elected Social Secretary 2 years in a row. I successfully organised and managed a variety of events, significantly increasing attendance through effective promotional strategies. I collaborated with other societies to host joint events, enhancing the social experience for members and creating a sense of community. My role involved coordinating events, leading team initiatives, and developing strong networking skills to build valuable relationships both within and outside the society.