Full-Time

Head of Prime Brokerage and Special Projects

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DV Trading

DV Trading

201-500 employees

Proprietary trading and liquidity provision firm

Energy
Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$250k - $350kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus

Expert

Chicago, IL, USA

Category
Risk Management
Sales & Trading
Finance & Banking
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA, FRM) are a plus.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in trading operations within a brokerage firm, proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or similar financial institution, a significant portion of which having been spent in a leadership role.
  • Deep understanding of trading markets, including equities, commodities, fixed income, and cryptocurrencies.
  • Proven track record of managing relationships with prime brokers, FCMs, exchanges, and other trading platforms and counterparties.
  • Strong knowledge of trading systems, data vendors, and market infrastructure.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on operational efficiency and risk management.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance in trading operations is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain existing and establish new relationships with prime brokers, dealers, FCMs, exchanges, and other trading platforms and counterparties to ensure optimal trading conditions and seamless execution of trades.
  • Oversee relationships with data vendors, front-end trading system providers, and all other external partners that support our trading activities.
  • Work with the operations team to ensure smooth integration and reporting between all our trading relationships and the firm.
  • Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance trading performance, operational efficiency, and market competitiveness.
  • Work closely with the compliance team to ensure that all trading operations adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Liaise with the technology team to integrate and optimize trading systems, data feeds, and other technological tools that support trading activities.

DV Trading operates as a proprietary trading firm that engages in trading financial instruments across derivatives and securities markets globally. The firm employs both quantitative and discretionary trading strategies to provide liquidity, acting as both liquidity makers and takers. By utilizing its own capital and advanced technology, DV Trading aims to achieve significant returns while challenging traditional industry practices. The firm serves a variety of clients, including institutional investors and hedge funds, and generates revenue primarily through trading gains and liquidity provision. DV Trading distinguishes itself from competitors through its collaborative culture, flat organizational structure, and adaptability to market changes, which empower its teams to perform effectively in a competitive financial landscape.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Algorithmic trading in energy markets offers new opportunities for DV Trading.
  • DeFi platforms provide avenues for innovative liquidity models and strategy diversification.
  • Machine learning advancements enhance DV Trading's decision-making and trade execution.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven algorithmic trading firms threatens market share.
  • DeFi platforms attract liquidity away from traditional firms like DV Trading.
  • Regulatory scrutiny may increase operational costs for proprietary trading firms.

What makes DV Trading unique

  • DV Trading leverages both quantitative and discretionary strategies for market liquidity.
  • The firm has a strong presence in derivatives and securities exchanges globally.
  • DV Trading emphasizes a flat organizational structure for quick market adaptation.

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