7h ago
Broker Trader - Equities/Index
Chicago, IL
$145k+ / year
full-timeseniorfinance
๐ผ About This Role
You'll join Akuna's SnP desk to make markets on options for brokers and banks via chat and voice platforms. Your day-to-day impact will be directly reflected in the team's P&L. This role offers a chance to learn from experienced traders in a collaborative environment while bringing immediate value from your existing options market-making experience.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Make options markets for brokers and banks via chat and voice platforms
- Execute orders on the trading floor and identify marketplace opportunities
- Develop and maintain strong working business relationships with counterparties
- React quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions
๐ Requirements
- 2+ years of options market making experience in equities/index
- Strong mathematical aptitude for maximizing trading opportunities
- Ability to react quickly to rapidly changing market conditions
- Existing business relationships with inter-dealer, floor or direct counterparty brokers
โจ Nice to Have
- Entrepreneurial self-starter with ability to work in fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐ฅ Employer-paid medical, dental, vision
- ๐ฐ Discretionary performance bonus
- ๐๏ธ Paid time off
- ๐ฆ Retirement contributions
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3Onsite Interviewยท half day
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