Business Strategist

IMC B.V.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a US Business Strategist to drive strategic priorities in collaboration with leadership teams. This role involves problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring industry insights to support the firm’s ambitious growth objectives. With a focus on execution and data-driven decision-making, the strategist will play a crucial role in shaping the business strategy both locally and globally. Join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation and collaboration in a fast-paced financial services environment, where your contributions will directly impact the firm's success and market presence.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Paid Leave

Insurance Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in management consulting or corporate strategy at a top-tier firm.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-informed decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic prioritization and alignment with leadership for growth.
• Engage stakeholders to drive execution of projects and initiatives.

Skills

Management Consulting

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Execution-Driven Mindset

Financial Services Knowledge

Education

STEM Background (Physics, Math, Econometrics)

Job description

The US Business Strategist will develop and implement strategic priorities in close collaboration with IMC’s Chicago leadership and strategy team, the global Management Board, and Global Business Strategy head in Amsterdam. The position will be based in Chicago with limited travel to the IMC Amsterdam and Sydney offices.

Your Core Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Prioritization – Support identification and definition of strategic priorities in close collaboration with IMC leadership to help IMC achieve its rapid growth ambitions over the next years.
2. Problem-Solving & Analysis – Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to assess challenges, evaluate opportunities, and recommend solutions. Lead or become involved in specific projects relevant to the business and have a “seat at the table” with IMC Chicago’s leadership team.
3. Stakeholder Engagement – Work closely with leadership, business units, and cross-functional teams to align on project goals, secure buy-in, and drive execution.
4. Industry & Competitive Insights – Monitor market trends, industry developments, and best practices to inform project execution and strategic decision-making.
5. The role will be part of the business strategy team, locally and globally and will report to the Director of US Business Strategy in the Chicago office.

Your Skills and Experience:

1. Background in management consulting or corporate strategy – Experience in a top-tier consulting firm (project leader / engagement manager level or equivalent) or proven track record in a comparable role at a top tier prop trading firm. STEM background strongly preferred (Physics, Math, Econometrics or equivalent).
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills – Ability to synthesize complex data, generate insights, and drive data-informed decision-making.
3. Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills – Ability to build strong relationships, collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization, from senior executives to operational teams, and influence key stakeholders.
4. Execution-driven mindset – Track record of delivering measurable impact through structured and results-oriented project execution.
5. Financial services or technology exposure (preferred) – Understanding of financial markets, technology-driven business models, or a related fast-paced industry.

Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening.

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Salary Range:

$160,000—$250,000 USD

About Us

IMC is a leading global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.