What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Trader position at PEAK6 Capital Management LLC?
WHO WE ARE Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm’s special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology. Our success is driven by our team of technologists, engineers, and traders who leverage proprietary tech and a data-centric approach to maintain inventory and stay ahead of the markets, so customers can, too. We are committed to providing dependable liquidity, which is crucial for market stability, investor confidence, and efficient trading across asset classes. ABOUT THIS ROLE Apply option theory to trading in the markets. Master the use of all of PEAK6’s proprietary tools and technology. Manage a portfolio, make trading decisions, and be responsible for portfolio. Test and analyze trading strategies in the market. Develop Portfolio Management, Risk Management, technical and research skills. Develop ownership, collaboration, and interpersonal skills Utilize new cutting-edge tools. Deep dive into analytical and research- based data sets. Give/receive feedback to senior traders. Requirements Bachelor’s or foreign degree equivalent in Finance, Mathematics, Business, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience the job offered or in a finance role. Employer also accepts a 3-year diploma/degree or 3 years of coursework in Finance, Mathematics, Business, Business Administration, Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a finance role. Series 57 license required. Hybrid role - Occasional telecommuting permitted in Chicago area. Employer & Worksite: PEAK6 Capital Management LLC; 141 W. Jackson Blvd., Ste. 500, Chicago, IL 60604 #LI-DNI OUR REWARDS We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package. Base Salary Range $100,000-$125,000 PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics. PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hr@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process. #PEAK6 We're In The Business Of What Ought To Be The business of doing, creating, and building the world the way we see fit. We seek out the transformational opportunity, making it better, more useful, more valuable. At PEAK6, we activate what is into what ought to be through world-class technology, operational excellence and purposeful design. Headquartered in the Chicago Board of Trade Building, PEAK6 is not your typical investment firm. While trading got us our start and still powers our center, we quickly realized that our vision was to embrace and empower today’s consumer through technology, simplifying processes, improving performance and creating new wealth.
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000