Wolverine Trading

Proprietary trading, asset management, execution services

Electronic Options Trader

Prop & Hedge Fund TradingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChicago, IL, USA$100k - $150k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience managing risk on an electronic market-making desk.
Strong communication skills and a desire to work in a team environment.
Ability to perform trade analysis and identify solutions.
Self-motivation and adaptability.
Commitment to learning and innovation.
Excellent analytical skills.
Ability to work in the Chicago Loop office five days a week.

Responsibilities

Manage risk and execution across multiple products.
Manage parameters that affect option pricing.
Conduct product-specific research to identify idiosyncratic risks.
Identify macro catalysts within assigned names.
Identify and investigate trades using analysis tools and logs.
Collaborate with desk engineers and traders to improve current strategies and applications.

We are looking for an experienced electronic option trader who enjoys working in a team environment. As part of Wolverine’s Option Market Making Desk, you will be managing risk across multiple industry groups that results from electronic market making. You will have the opportunity to work with other traders and engineers to improve our risk management logic and processes.

At Wolverine, we pride ourselves on fostering a collegial environment that encourages creative thinking through informal discussions. Our flat structure allows you to obtain quick feedback, and gives you the opportunity to take on increasing responsibilities.

Manage risk and execution across multiple products.
Manage parameters that affect option pricing.
Conduct product-specific research in order to identify idiosyncratic risks.
Identify macro catalysts within your names.
Identify and investigate trades using our analysis tools and logs.
Collaborate with desk engineers and traders to improve current strategies and applications.
Must be able to work in our Chicago Loop office 5 days a week.

2+ years of managing risk on an electronic market making desk.
Strong communication skills and a desire to work in a team environment.
Ability to perform trade analysis and identify solutions.
Self-motivated, adaptable.
Commitment to learning and innovation.
Excellent analytical skills.

About the Company

Wolverine Trading

Proprietary trading, asset management, execution services

Wolverine Trading operates in three areas: proprietary trading, asset management, and execution services. In proprietary trading, it uses market making and valuation arbitrage to provide liquidity and capture price differences across global markets. Wolverine Asset Management runs investment funds for clients, pursuing returns through a range of strategies. The company earns trading profits, management fees, and execution commissions, and aims to grow revenue by applying market expertise and technology to deliver liquidity, portfolio management, and efficient trade execution.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 1994

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