Junior Futures Trader - Applications close 13th September 2025

Catamount

North Sydney

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive profit split
Access to volume-based trading rebates
Vibrant and empowering work culture
Advanced technology and trading tools
Trading analytics and review tools
Supportive team environment

Job summary

A financial trading firm in North Sydney is looking for a passionate Junior Futures Trader to join their team. This full-time position involves learning and implementing innovative trading strategies while collaborating with experienced traders. The ideal candidate will have a passion for financial markets, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in futures trading. This opportunity offers a supportive work culture and access to advanced trading tools.

Qualifications

  • 1+ years experience with futures trading is preferred.
  • Knowledge of algorithmic trading concepts is a plus.
  • Experience in Chess, Poker, Gaming is beneficial.
  • Knowledge of financial markets, trading systems, and algorithmic trading concepts.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in Chess, Poker, Gaming beneficial.
  • Bachelors or similar degree beneficial, however not required.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and implement futures trading strategies.
  • Work closely with experienced Traders and Market participants.
  • Engage with Quantitative Research and Development team.
  • Engage in discussions to improve execution and strategy performance.

Skills

Passion for financial markets
High level problem solving skills
Experience with futures trading
Knowledge of trading systems
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Chess/Poker/Gaming beneficial

Education

Bachelor's or similar degree

Job description

About Us

We are a bold and innovative trading firm on a mission to redefine the financial markets. Our team thrives on creativity, courage, and collaboration, empowering each member to make a meaningful impact. With cutting-edge technology and a supportive environment, we uplift one another to achieve extraordinary results.

Position Overview

We're looking to hire Junior Futures Traders who are eager to push boundaries, learn, create and implement futures trading strategies. In this role, you'll work hand-in-hand with extremely experienced Traders and Market participants, who will teach you how to trade global futures markets. You will have regular discussions with our Quantitative Research and Development team to work on additional futures trading strategies and ideas. If you're excited to innovate, grow, and be part of a friendly, driven team, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications & Skills
  • Passion for financial markets
  • High level problem solving skills
  • 1+ years experience with futures trading
  • Knowledge of financial markets, trading systems, and algorithmic trading concepts
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills
  • Experience in Chess, Poker, Gaming beneficial
  • Bachelors or similar degree beneficial, however not required
Why Join Us
  • Competitive profit split
  • Access to volume based trading rebates
  • A vibrant, empowering work culture that values your ideas and growth
  • Advanced technology and trading tools
  • Trading analytics and review tools
  • A supportive, friendly team that celebrates your successes and helps you overcome challenges
Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience. If you have a trading track record, then please also forward this through with your application.

Be bold. Be empowered. Join us and make your mark on the future of trading!

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Finance and Sales
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