Entry-Level Trader (Immediate Start)

Wolverine Trading; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity

Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling

100% coverage of medical, dental, vision benefits

Generous Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K

Profit sharing plan

Long- and short-term disability

In-house education team

Mentorship Program

Company events and activities

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated Trader to thrive in a dynamic trading environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills in a competitive market-making setting while collaborating with a supportive team. You'll engage in trading strategies, provide valuable insights, and adapt quickly to market changes. With a strong focus on professional growth, the firm fosters a culture of teamwork and continuous learning through mentorship and educational resources. Join a vibrant workplace that values your contributions and offers a highly competitive compensation package, including generous benefits and a bonus opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; interest in trading and financial markets preferred.
• Excellent math, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Compete in a fast-paced market-making environment and provide feedback.
• Communicate and problem-solve effectively under pressure.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Math aptitude

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Python

C#

SQL

Job description

The ideal candidate for the Trader role will demonstrate aptitude and willingness to develop current skills while learning new ones. Self-motivation and willingness to always be improving is a must. We are looking for a candidate that is confident in their problem-solving and communication skills while working in a competitive and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Compete in a fast paced market-making environment
• Contribute timely feedback and improve market strategy over time
• Communicate regularly and problem solve matters as they arise
• React calmly and confidently in an electronic trading and open outcry environment while under pressure
• Rotate through trading desks and trading strategies rapidly absorbing new concepts, as needed
• Maintain integrity at all times abiding by all policies, procedures, and compliance requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Demonstrated interest in trading and financial markets
• Excellent math aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Desire to work in a team setting but can still think and work independently
• Knowledge of Python, C#, and/or SQL, or willingness to learn quickly
• Self-motivated, self-starter, adaptable
• Has demonstrated the ability to use good judgment
• Capable of maintaining focus with a strong drive for success
• Ability to work on a competitive team and adapt to changing situations with ease
• No prior industry experience is required but is a plus

All candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

The total compensation range for this role is approximately $50,000 -$115,000 contingent on experience. Wolverine Trading's total compensation model includes base salary and an annual discretionary bonus.

Why Wolverine?

Wolverine Culture: Our flat organizational structure promotes teamwork across the Firm and offers easy access to senior staff. While we work exceptionally well as a team in the office, our bonds are further strengthened through company events, activities and giving back. Volleyball, soccer, hockey, 5K runs, picnic, parties, and trivia nights provide friendly competition and build better relationships.

Wolverine Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary & bonus opportunity
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• 100% coverage of medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits for single coverage
• Generous Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K
• Profit sharing plan
• Long- and short-term disability

Professional Development:

• In-house education team – classes and resources are offered for continuous learning opportunities
• Mentorship Program through your first six months of employment

About Us: Founded in 1994, the Wolverine companies comprise a number of diversified financial institutions specializing in proprietary trading, asset management, order execution services, and technology solutions. We are recognized as a market leader in derivatives valuation, trading, and value-added order execution across global equity, options, and futures markets.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Sales