Derivatives Trader

2 months ago


Chicago, United States Harrington Starr Full time

My client, a boutique but well established proprietary trading firm, is looking to bring Derivatives Traders into their Chicago team.


The Role

  • Maintain, grow and take ownership of revenue streams for products on the trading desk
  • Leverage your experience in making critical strategic decision in real time
  • Optimize trading strategies to ensure consistent viability and competitiveness


About you

  • More than 2 years' experience on a trading desk
  • Strong risk management capabilities
  • A genuine passion for trading
  • Dynamic work style and tenacious problem solving
  • Entrepreneurial spirit


What you'll get

  • Competitive salary and performance based bonus
  • Fantastic medical and dental insurance
  • Relocation package
  • Generous vacation policy
  • Training opportunities and ongoing education
  • Friendly work environment and companywide perks like lunches, outings and parties


If you have live, portable strategies in futures or options, I'd love to speak with you. The role is new and the firm is very active in their hiring plans. If you're interested, please apply directly or reach out to me at celia.dodds@harringtonstarr.com and we can organise a 15 minute call.


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