Broker Trader Job at AKUNA CAPITAL (Chicago)

Broker Trader

Akuna Capital is seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our growing team. ...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of options market making experience
Entrepreneurial self-starter ready to work in a fast paced, team environment
Strong mathematical aptitude giving the ability to maximize trading opportunities in a high-pressure environment
Effective and efficient communication and superior interpersonal skills
Capable of developing and maintaining strong working business relationships
Ability to work alongside and communicate with screen traders
Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
The ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions, including the ability to quickly and accurately respond and/or solve math and coding problems are essential functions of the role

Job Responsibility

Make markets on options for brokers and banks through chat and voice platforms
Whether making a ‘first show’ market for an inter-dealer broker or executing against an order on the trading floor, the opportunities you identify in the marketplace will be immediately represented in the team’s P&L
Learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

Fulltime

Trading Desk Associate

Susquehanna has an opening for an Trader Desk Associate for our Sydney office. T...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

Susquehanna International Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Previous experience in financial services industry
Completion of finance/investment related course work a plus
Thorough knowledge of equity and equity derivatives
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, specifically Excel, Python or SQL preferred
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Detail oriented
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-moving, highly intellectual environment
Must be a self starter, a quick learner, and resourceful in solving problems
Reliable and flexible team player with a positive demeanour

Job Responsibility

Compile/reconcile trade, transaction and positions
Prepare and submit delivery instructions for proprietary trading
Assist with maintaining position, P&L and information exchange
Maintaining and managing operational processes as per regulatory framework to ensure exchange compliance
Use of algorithmic trading tools under instruction from traders
Update and manage all exchange trading systems, proprietary trading applications, and excel spreadsheets
Act as liaison between desk traders and other dealers, traders or brokers and all internal departments
Run appropriate desk projects and initiatives
Committed to innovation with a strong interest in learning and working with new technologies
Continuous improvement of the capability of the Front Office team and applications (through technology, automation and other means)

New

Trade Operations OTC Team Lead

Our partner is looking for a Trade Operations OTC Team Lead to join their Global...

Location

Hungary , Budapest

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 07, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a relevant field
Significant experience across the full OTC trade life cycle including trade affirmation & capture, settlement & cashflows, and collateral management
Experience with Aladdin is preferred, along with knowledge of MarkitSERV, SWIFT, Bloomberg, and collateral management tools
Proven experience managing and developing a team within a financial services or asset management environment
Strong understanding of operational risk, control frameworks, and regulatory requirements
Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with external partners
Strong management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others, fostering a collaborative culture
Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process enhancements to drive efficiency

Job Responsibility

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Trade Operations professionals, ensuring effective coverage across all operational areas
Provide trade support for complex securities, including OTC derivatives and private placements
Ensure accurate and timely processing of trades, confirmations, settlements, collateral movements, and corporate actions
Provide timely resolution of inquiries related to OTC instruments from internal and external clients including traders, portfolio managers, and custodians
Coordinate with traders, brokers, custodians, and internal teams for smooth processing and issue resolution
Identify, establish, and implement standard methodologies regarding trade operations to ensure consistency
Collaborate with Operations Leadership to enhance the operating model, drive process improvements, and support strategic initiatives
Support and lead operational projects, including the design, testing, and implementation of new processes and system enhancements
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, representing the Trade Operations function in audits and regulatory reviews
Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement

What we offer

Competitive salary package
Chance to join a new project and be a foundation member
Work-Life Harmony: Hybrid working model
Opportunity to join programs and courses that support professional development
Opportunity to be part of a truly international organizational across several continents
Other benefits

Fulltime

Trade Operations Loans Analyst

Our partner is looking for a Trade Operations Loans Analyst to join their Global...

Location

Hungary , Budapest

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 07, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Strong experience in the full secured loan lifecycle and agent bank relationships
Knowledge of LendAmend, ClearPar, WSO (Aladdin is a plus)
Solid understanding of operational risk and regulatory requirements
Proven ability to drive process improvements and efficiency
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive, client-focused mindset and strong teamwork orientation

Job Responsibility

Process daily loan payments, payoffs, advances, extensions, and renewals with high accuracy
Reconcile loan positions and payments daily and resolve any discrepancies promptly
Provide timely resolution of inquiries related to loan instruments from internal and external clients including traders, portfolio managers, and custodians
Coordinate effectively with traders, brokers, and custodians to ensure smooth processing of transactions
Identify, establish, and implement standard methodologies regarding trade operations to ensure consistency
Collaborate with Operations Leadership to enhance the operating model, drive process improvements, and support strategic initiatives
Support and lead operational projects, including the design, testing, and implementation of new processes and system enhancements
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, assisting with audits and regulatory reviews
Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a point of escalation for operational issues
Develop and maintain operational policies and procedures to ensure best practice and continuous improvement

What we offer

Competitive salary package
Chance to join a new project and be a foundation member
Work-Life Harmony: Hybrid working model
Opportunity to join programs and courses that support professional development
Opportunity to be part of a truly international organizational across several continents
Other benefits

Fulltime

Assistant Controller

This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is exp...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

200000.00 - 210000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years work of experience in financial accounting, audit or finance function for an alternative investment manager with exposure to credit, private equity funds or hedge funds
Strong accounting and finance experience with private funds and fund structures
Exposure to credit a plus
Experience with external audit processes and procedures
Knowledge of accounting principles including US GAAP and Investment Company Accounting
Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting or Finance, CPA license preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Strong Excel skills, and high level of proficiency in accounting software and other applications/tools
Strong organizational skills
Readily adaptable to change and a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Perform initial, detailed review of the quarterly NAV close process and quarterly financial statements prepared by the fund financial analysts inclusive of complex/illiquid assets accounting and valuation, fee and expense review and performance reporting
Liaise directly with external auditors throughout the year on complex transactions and accounting conclusions through to the completion of the year-end audited financial statements
Research technical accounting issues for compliance
ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
Oversee and directly review the work of financial analysts, who perform day to day verification of portfolio transactions and accounting data, inclusive of accounting records, ledgers and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements
Assist in the preparation and review of capital calls, distributions and in responding to investor questions and requests for information
Work directly with fund controllers to monitor and project future fund cash flows for the treasury management process including capital calls, distributions, and fee calculations, as governed by fund agreements
Opportunity to engage with Fund Administrator, traders, brokers, and custodians to the extent any liquid assets are purchased to ensure timely settlement of trades, loans, and monitoring of pending transactions
Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
Active mentorship/coaching of accounting/finance team members

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Quality Assurance Engineer

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm. We are experts in trading ess...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Susquehanna International Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance or Technology roles within the financial industry—particularly in trading, market making, derivatives, market data, OMS, or similar systems
Deep understanding of India exchange rules, regulations, and protocols for derivatives and cash markets
Hands-on experience with exchange certification processes for India trading systems
Proven ability to work independently, drive clarity, and deliver under tight deadlines in a trading-floor environment
Strong communication skills, able to interface with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including traders, developers, and external brokers or exchange contacts
Experience working with globally distributed technology teams
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Strong experience in exchange certification, application deployment/validation, and production support testing
Experience working with static instrument data, market data systems, and market data protocols
Proficiency across both Windows and Linux environments

Job Responsibility

Design, execute, and maintain comprehensive QA test plans for options trading systems across functional, integration, regression, and performance testing
Become a subject matter expert in SIG’s in-house trading platforms—including Options trading, OMS, market data, and static/reference data workflows for India exchanges
Contribute to exchange certification cycles for Options Trading systems with India exchanges
Validate new features, system enhancements, and exchange-driven changes to ensure production-ready quality
Act as the local technical and QA liaison with India exchanges, ensuring compliance with exchange requirements, regulatory expectations, and certification standards
Partner with developers, business analysts, and traders to clarify requirements and ensure test coverage across complex trading workflows
Collaborate closely with QA and trading support teams in Sydney and Hong Kong to maintain stability and reduce testing friction across regions
Contribute to the development of automated regression suites, test harnesses, and validation tooling (e.g., scripts, simulators, log analytics)
Assist with environment management, deployment validation, and production readiness checks

Investment Operations Analyst

This role covers end-to-end responsibilities in the operational trade lifecycle,...

Location

United States , Minneapolis

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

0–3 years of experience in financial operations or a related role within financial services or a trading firm
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
VBA knowledge is a plus
Prior experience with structured securities products is advantageous
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to manage competing priorities effectively
Highly collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive under pressure

Job Responsibility

Ensure accuracy in daily investment operational tasks, including reporting, trade settlements, and resolving trade breaks or fails
Provide trade confirmation for structured security product trades and associated derivatives
Conduct cash reconciliation, including handling lifecycle events such as monthly P& I payments
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including brokers, treasury, accounting, and traders, to resolve issues proactively
Perform weekly and monthly reconciliations of investment positions and activity across holdings while investigating and resolving discrepancies
Support ad-hoc analysis and assist in process improvement initiatives

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Officer, Fixed Income Rates Middle Office, Markets Operations

Citigroup Global Markets Japan (CGMJ) is seeking a candidate to join its Markets...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Product Knowledge: Derivative Knowledge preferred from at least one asset class (e.g. Rates)
Communication: Excellent interaction skill to communicate with multi-function departments
English Communication: advanced to fluent verbal and written level – above TOIEC 850
Fluency in Japanese language, both written and spoken required
Experience: Finance middle office or operations role experience preferred or Junior but with motivation for career to grow in finance operational role
Organization: Strong organization and multi-tasking skills
Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities along with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
Analytical: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to research an issue across sources to identify plans to deliver
A high level of attention to detail

Job Responsibility

Ensure that deals are captured correctly in the booking system, by performing trade validations / reconciling deal recaps
coordinating with Traders, Sales as well as Brokers
Coordination of lifecycle events and trade management for our portfolio of trades, for the Rates trading desk and structured desk
Perform reconciliations, investigate breaks, and ensure that all breaks are resolved accurately and in a timely manner
Check daily regulatory reports, eg. Mandatory Clearing, and take necessary actions to avoid regulatory breaches
Continually seek ways to enhance existing processes and/or develop robust control procedures for any new requirements identified to ensure appropriate processes are in place
Work closely and effectively with immediate team colleagues, the business and other support functions to provide a high standard of support to an active Rates business & their clients
Timely escalation of issues to Middle Office management

Fulltime

Broker Trader

AKUNA CAPITAL

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

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