Junior Trader

About Us:

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview: 

Requirements:

• Experience on a relative value trading desk, 6 months minimum.
• Fixed income trading experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic, discipline, and willingness to grind through details.
• Ability to learn quickly, take feedback, and improve through repetition.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a demanding, performance-driven trading environment.
• Must be willing to relocate to the Chicago area.
• Must be able to work onsite at our Northfield office for a minimum of two years.
• Takes ownership of outcomes and does not need constant hand-holding.
• Is curious about markets and willing to do the daily work required to build edge.
• Can handle pressure, uncertainty, and direct feedback.
• Cares about precision, risk, and process.
• Wants to earn responsibility through consistent performance.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance-based bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV’s posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.