Experienced Equity Discretionary Trader

As an Experienced Equity Discretionary Trader on one of our largest desks, you will have a real opportunity to have a huge impact on the firm. You will work side by side with other successful and talented individuals to capitalize on market opportunities. This role is for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, has a strong work ethic, a competitive attitude, and a proven record of profitability in a trading position for at least 3 years. This position will require a strong emphasis on in-person presence in our Chicago office, located in River North right next to the Merchandise Mart and convenient to public transportation.

Responsibilities

Manage your own trading book with a focus on the US and Global Equities market; Manage your own risk of a portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions; Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk standards are met; Analyze market trends, order flow, and technical patterns to identify trading opportunities; Develop, test, and refine your trading strategies using historical data and real-time market conditions; Continuously monitor market conditions, news, and macroeconomic events impacting equities; Conduct research to develop new strategies and improve the performance of your existing strategies; Monitor material changes in levels of risk and variance in PnL, especially focused around deviation from your plans, and proactively communicate those changes to leadership; Grow your own business through mentorships

Requirements

Entrepreneurial mindset with competitive nature; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player; Proven self-starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight; Ability to manage and communicate risk in accordance with the policies and limits set forth by the Firm; Proficiency with trading platforms, execution algorithms, and market data analysis tools; Openness to feedback and willingness to adapt your trading style with changes in market conditions; Strong work ethic, and understanding that the more you put into your craft, the more you’ll get out of it; Mentality of continuous improvement; 3 years or more of verified risk-adjusted profitability

Benefits

Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program; Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage; Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses; Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses; Life insurance and long-term disability coverage; Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood; Health club membership with on-site facilities; Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave; Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts; Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party; Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table; Employee referral bonus program; Charitable giving and company matching opportunities; Casual, relaxed dress code