Director, Options Risk & Strategy

Quant Blueprint LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401k match

Parental leave

Generous external learning reimbursements

Remote work options

Job summary

Quant Blueprint LLC is seeking a Director, Risk based at their Chicago headquarters. The successful candidate will lead risk management efforts, working with cross-functional teams to analyze and mitigate financial risks associated with trading activities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, 10+ years in financial services focusing on options trading, and strong leadership skills. A hybrid work model is available, allowing remote work up to two days a week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in the financial services industry, focusing on options trading.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements related to risk management.
• In-depth knowledge of risk identification and mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of risk management strategies.
• Manage a team of risk professionals, providing mentorship.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and mitigate trading risks.

Skills

Options trading expertise

Risk management strategies

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Statistics

Master’s degree or CFA preferred

Job description

Quant Blueprint LLC is seeking a Director, Risk based at their Chicago headquarters. The successful candidate will lead risk management efforts, working with cross-functional teams to analyze and mitigate financial risks associated with trading activities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, 10+ years in financial services focusing on options trading, and strong leadership skills. A hybrid work model is available, allowing remote work up to two days a week.