Institutional Trader: Build Relationships & Trade Markets

Optiver; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 157,500 - 192,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 50%

Comprehensive health coverage

25 paid vacation days

Global profit-sharing pool

Extensive office perks including meals and social events

Job summary

A leading trading firm in Chicago is seeking an Institutional Trader to enhance relationships with trading counterparties. This role involves managing trades while interpreting market flows and identifying new opportunities. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of trading experience. The position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 and includes comprehensive benefits such as health coverage and a profit-sharing bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience trading at a Bank or Proprietary Trading Firm.
• Expertise in trading and position management around market flows.
• Legal authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Manage and build relationships with external counterparties.
• Interpret market flows to inform trading strategies.
• Identify new market opportunities to maximize team success.
• Collaborate with internal sales and trading desks for real-time contributions.

Skills

Trading Index and/or Equity Derivatives

Building and maintaining external relationships

Strong mathematical and quantitative background

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

A leading trading firm in Chicago is seeking an Institutional Trader to enhance relationships with trading counterparties. This role involves managing trades while interpreting market flows and identifying new opportunities. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 2-5 years of trading experience. The position offers a competitive salary of $175,000 and includes comprehensive benefits such as health coverage and a profit-sharing bonus structure.