Successful track record of proven P&L and market share
Good understanding of trading systems
Outstanding numerical and analytical skills
Familiarity with automated options trading strategies
Proactive interest in identifying new opportunities
Excellent attention to detail
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day operations of the options book
Enforce rigorous risk management and compliance with regulatory standards
Enhance trading strategies through analysis and collaboration
Assist other trading books in meeting their objectives
Design and implement new trading strategies
Willingness to trade and set up new products
Adhere to all compliance policies and regulations
Benefits
Empowering work environment that promotes collaboration
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Access to cutting-edge trading platforms
Supportive culture focused on individual and collective success
Exposure to a variety of trading instruments
Engagement in a top-tier firm within the market making space
Full Job Description
THE ROLE: We are looking for ambitious and proactive Options Market Makers with a proven profit / risk management history to be a part of our expanding trading desk. The eligible candidate must be willing to trade a variety of instruments to help expand the expansion of our US office in Chicago.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Day-to-day responsibility of the options book
Rigorous risk management and perfect compliance with regulatory rules
Improving strategies through analysis, prototyping and collaboration with developers
Proactive behavior in helping other books achieve their goals through observation and analysis of trading behavior
Designing and implementing new trading strategies
Openness to trading new products and willingness to set them up
To comply with all applicable Compliance policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS:
Prior options trading experience
Successful track record of proven P&L and market share
Good understanding of trading systems
Outstanding numerical and analytical skills
Familiarity with automated options trading strategies and an interest in their development
Proactive interest in improving existing trading strategies and identifying new opportunities
Ability to take a high level of responsibility in an expanding, highly successful firm
Excellent attention to detail
Fast problem solving skills
Embodiment of Maven's core values: Integrity and fairness, market leading, creativity, individual and collective success, discipline and accountability
Programming skills (desirable)
Experience using AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and workflows.
Our Benefits
At Maven our goal is to create an environment that empowers and motivates our employees to maximize their potential. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to optimize performance, reward our employees, and allow them time to pursue their passions.
Benefits at Maven include medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents, employer paid short term and long term disability and life insurance, as well as paid parental leave. Maven also offers retirement plans with an employer match and an annual learning and development stipend for all employees.
Compensation
Salary Range: $150000 - $200000, plus a discretionary bonus.
