Sam Lessan

BSc Economics at Warwick University

London, England, United Kingdom

About

Experience

  • Independent Options Trader at Part-time
    Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

    Managed a self-directed U.S. equity options portfolio using directional and multi-leg strategies. Generated +797% cumulative return (~285% annualised) with Sharpe ratio 1.53 and max drawdown ~30%, supported by detailed trade logging, macro-driven positioning, and disciplined risk management.

  • Social Secretary at Warwick Persian Society
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    Organising and coordinating society events and socials for a diverse student community.

  • Spring Insight at Goldman Sachs
    Apr 2026 - Apr 2026 · 1 mo

    S&T

  • Spring Insight at PIMCO
    Apr 2026 - Apr 2026 · 1 mo

  • Spring Insight at Susquehanna International Group
    Apr 2026 - Apr 2026 · 1 mo

    QT & ER