Derivatives Sales Trader Coop with Drexel University

Susquehanna; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site wellness

Casual dress code

Professional development

On-site facilities

Job summary

Susquehanna Financial Group (SFG) seeks a Derivatives Sales Trader Co-op to gain hands-on experience on a trading desk focusing on equity derivatives. You will support client activity, engage with trading and research teams, and build tools in Excel to automate reporting.

You will develop market insights, learn pricing and positioning of derivatives, and communicate effectively with colleagues across strategies and sales. This is a on-site role in Bala Cynwyd, PA.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Excel; Python/SQL/VBA a plus
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets, especially derivatives
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Finance, Economics, Math, Statistics background a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist sales traders in managing client relationships and responding to market inquiries
• Collaborate with derivatives strategy and research teams on trade ideas and market analysis
• Augment existing workflows to improve efficiency and better support institutional client needs
• Build and maintain tools in Excel (and optionally Python/SQL) to support trading and automate reporting
• Participate in desk discussions and real-time market decision-making
• Learn how derivatives products are priced, traded, and positioned across markets

Skills

Excel

Python

SQL

VBA

Derivatives interest

Communication

Multitasking

Finance background

Job description

Overview

Susquehanna Financial Group (SFG) integrates expertise in trading, research, and sales to deliver value to institutional clients including mutual funds, hedge funds, and pension/endowment funds.

As a Derivatives Sales Trader Co-op, you will gain hands‑on experience working on a trading desk while developing a deep understanding of financial markets, client engagement, and equity derivatives. You will collaborate closely with trading, strategy, market intelligence, and research teams to support client activity and generate market insights.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist sales traders in managing client relationships and responding to market inquiries
• Collaborate with derivatives strategy and research teams on trade ideas and market analysis
• Augment existing workflows to improve efficiency and better support institutional client needs
• Build and maintain tools in Excel (and optionally Python/SQL) to support trading and automate reporting
• Participate in desk discussions and real‑time market decision‑making
• Learn how derivatives products are priced, traded, and positioned across markets

What we're looking for

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel
• Prior experience with Python, SQL, or VBA is a plus
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets, especially derivatives
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment with strong attention to detail
• Finance, Economics, Math, Statistics background a plus
• Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future

What's in it for you

• Our non-hierarchical culture allows employees of every level to thrive and make impact. We are not your typical trading firm - the environment is casual, collaborative and we focus on continuous development.
• Relaxed dress code (jeans and sneakers are the norm and team jerseys every Friday)
• Co‑op classes designed to teach about Susquehanna's business and encourage professional development
• Fully stocked kitchens for breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages
• A forty thousand square‑foot state of the art fitness facility with brand‑new equipment, multi‑purpose courts, group exercise classes, and locker room spaces
• Discounts for dining, entertainment, shopping, travel, and attractions
• Social events such as a poker tournament, holiday party, company outings, and more
• On‑site Wellness Center
• On‑site services such as a mailroom, barber, dry cleaning, and car maintenance
• Opportunities to give back to the community through Susquehanna sponsored events and donation drives