Equity & Options Trader Job at Arena Staffing, Chicago, IL

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  • Arena Staffing
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

The Equity & Options Trader uses their knowledge of the market, quantitative analysis, and strategic insights to make trades in stocks and options and manage those trades to make money. This job needs you to make decisions in real time, manage risk, and work with trading desks, risk teams, and systems developers. This job is only open to people who live in the U.S.

Main Duties:

Trade equity and options in a number of markets while staying disciplined and following the company's risk rules.

Keep an eye on market trends and price changes to find chances to trade.

Use hedging strategies and manage exposure to get the best risk-adjusted returns.

Work with quantitative analysts and developers to improve trading models and algorithms.

Keep accurate records of your trades and other paperwork for compliance and audit purposes.

Do performance reviews and post-trade analysis to help improve your strategies.

Make sure that all rules and regulations are followed, as well as your own trading policies.

Qualifications:

You need to have a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, math, engineering, or a related quantitative field.

2-5 years of professional experience trading stocks or options.

Ability to use trading platforms (like Bloomberg, Reuters, and proprietary systems) and get real-time market data.

Good at math and analysis.

Knowledge of rules and frameworks for managing risk.

Making good decisions when you're under pressure.

Written and spoken communication that is clear so that teams can work together.

You must live in the U.S. to apply; people who live outside the U.S. will not be considered.

Pay and Benefits:

The salary range is between $115,000 and $215,000 per year.

Package of Benefits:

Health: Insurance for medical, dental, and vision care.

Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer matching.

Paid time off includes sick leave, vacation, and holidays.

Professional Development: Help with training, certifications, and conferences.

Other benefits include disability insurance, profit sharing based on performance, and wellness programs.

Job Tags

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