What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Touch Trading Associate position at PEAK6 Capital Management?
WHO WE ARE
Headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade, PEAK6 Capital Management is a proprietary options trading firm that has been defining the industry for more than 25 years. While many firms have come and gone, PEAK6 Capital Management has consistently delivered liquidity to the options market. We thrive due to our firm's special blend of financial acumen, ability to manage risk, and cutting-edge technology.
Our success is driven by our team of technologists, engineers, and traders who leverage proprietary tech and a data-centric approach to maintain inventory and stay ahead of the markets, so customers can, too.
Whether it's a major financial institution or a retail investor, we're ready to supply liquidity at a moment's notice.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
PEAK6 Capital Management is looking to add a dynamic, detail-oriented, and proactive High Touch Associate to our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the desk's operations by leveraging data, building sell-side relationships, and uncovering valuable insights to drive growth. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be motivated to make an impact in both the short-term performance and long-term strategic direction of the desk. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a trading environment while contributing to a high-performing team.
Responsibilities :
- Order Execution : Assist in the management of trade executions across multiple asset classes. Work to improve NTI through better fill rates, optimized pricing, increased trade sizes, and quicker trade executions.
- External Relationship Building : Develop and maintain strong relationships with sell-side brokers and analysts. Filter, curate, and disseminate relevant sell-side research to support the desk's trading decisions and enhance desk coverage.
- Data Management and Analysis : Analyze trading flows, broker performance, and key performance metrics to inform trading strategies and improve desk efficiency. Conduct research on trading trends, market dynamics, and broker effectiveness to uncover actionable insights that can optimize execution and enhance trading outcomes.
- Technology Utilization & Support : Use and enhance proprietary trading systems and tools to support the desk's trading strategies, ensuring efficient order execution and reporting.
YOUR EXPERIENCE :
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OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.
Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package.
Base Salary Range
65,600-$82,000
PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hr@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
PEAK6
Salary : $65,600 - $82,000