Experienced Options 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

Floor trader

We are seeking a Floor Trader to join Akuna’s Equity Indices team in the SPX pit...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

130000.00 USD / Year

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of experience market making options on the CBOE floor
SPX pit experience in the last 18 months required
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
Passion for problem-solving and finding creative solutions in an ever-changing market
BS/MS in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or equivalent
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 using proprietary pricing and execution software
Identify and execute on opportunities in the marketplace
Represent team's P&L
Learn systems and trading style from experienced traders
Provide value from day one

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

Equities Trader

Proprietary traders leverage firm tools and buying power (BP) while enjoying fre...

Location

United States , New York, NY; Chicago, IL

Salary:

Not provided

Avatar Securities

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Hold a valid SIE and Series 57TO license
Must be a current US resident
For Entry Level: Strong mathematical skills
Entrepreneurial spirit
2 years of post-graduate employment
Basic understanding of equity markets
Level-headed
Can thrive in team environments and as an individual
For Experienced: Two years of experience required with a live proven track record

Job Responsibility

Build and maintain trade idea generation
Manage risk and execution on individual books
Collaborate with other individuals on the trading desk to improve and develop trading strategies

What we offer

Exam sponsorship and study material are provided for qualified candidates
Intense personalized training program for new equities traders
Successful trainees will be fully backed by the Firm

Broker Trader

We are seeking an experienced Broker Trader to join our growing team at Akuna Ca...

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
Be entrenched in a collaborative and comprehensive team environment where you will have the opportunity to learn our systems and trading style from some of our most experienced traders
Your previous experience will be expected to provide value from day one even as you adapt to your new role

What we offer

Discretionary performance bonus as part of the total compensation package
Comprehensive benefits package that may encompass employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other benefits

New

Markets sales and trading egb trading off-cycle internship

Citi is looking for intern analysts to join our Markets team in Paris. Markets a...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

43900.00 - 68100.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university that can provide a mandatory internship agreement which forms part of your graduation (Graduation Year 2026/2027) and possess a valid resident/work permit
On track to graduate with a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree from a Business or Engineering school
Good understanding of finance and an interest in Markets
Proficient in Microsoft office, especially Excel
Knowledge of programming languages (VBA, Python) is highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with a strong attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills
Intellectually curious and proactively seek out new and creative ideas
A self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a strong commitment to personal growth and career development, including mobility and flexibility
An unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making
Fluent in written and spoken English

Job Responsibility

Learn market making and trading book risk management
Make a significant impact on the trading desk by developing pricing, hedging and analysis tools and strategies
Learn from experienced traders as they handle real-time pricing and risk
Support key desk tasks like risk reconciliation, P&L, and trade booking
Contribute to quantitative research projects focused on identifying systematic trading strategies and improving existing risk models
Develop trade ideas, watch market trends, and improve analysis using Python and VBA to best identify parameter dislocations
Assist in drafting term sheets and to maintain and improve various databases critical to the desk's operations
Prepare regular market updates based on Citi's research and traders' insights and collaborate with internal partners across departments such as Debt Capital Markets, sales, trading, banking, legal, and Middle Office
Create impactful presentations and sales materials, including the opportunity to develop and showcase compelling trade ideas
Contribute to the creation of high-quality written derivatives content, including market commentary and trade ideas, for clients such as hedge funds and institutional investors

What we offer

Business casual workplace
Hybrid working model (up to two days working at home per week)
Competitive salary

Fulltime

New

Markets sales and trading rates structuring intern analyst

Citi is looking for intern analysts to join our Markets team in Paris. Markets a...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

43900.00 - 68100.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university that can provide a mandatory internship agreement which forms part of your graduation (Graduation Year 2026/2027) and possess a valid resident/work permit
On track to graduate with a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree from a Business or Engineering school
Good understanding of finance and an interest in Markets
Previous experience in Financial Markets would be advantageous
Proficient in Microsoft office, especially Excel
Knowledge of programming languages (VBA, Python) is highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with a strong attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills
Intellectually curious and proactively seek out new and creative ideas
A self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a strong commitment to personal growth and career development, including mobility and flexibility
An unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making

Job Responsibility

Work with three different teams to have a view of the full value chain: trading, structuring and Solutions Sales
Learn market making and trading book risk management
Develop pricing, hedging and analysis tools and strategies
Learn from experienced traders as they handle real-time pricing and risk
Support key desk tasks like risk reconciliation, P&L, and trade booking
Contribute to quantitative research projects focused on identifying systematic trading strategies and improving existing risk models
Develop trade ideas, watch market trends, and improve analysis using Python and VBA
Assist in drafting term sheets and maintain and improve various databases critical to the desk's operations
Prepare regular market updates based on Citi's research and traders' insights and collaborate with internal partners across departments
Create impactful presentations and sales materials

What we offer

Competitive salary
Business casual workplace
Hybrid working model (up to two days working at home per week)

Fulltime

New

Markets intern analyst

Citi is looking for intern analysts to join our Markets team in Paris. Markets a...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

43900.00 - 68100.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university that can provide a mandatory internship agreement which forms part of your graduation (Graduation Year 2026/2027) and possess a valid resident/work permit
Ideally, on track to graduate with a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree from a Business or Engineering school
Good understanding of finance and an interest in Markets
Previous experience in Financial Markets would be advantageous
Proficient in Microsoft office, especially Excel
Knowledge of programming languages (VBA, Python) is highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with a strong attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills
Intellectually curious and proactively seek out new and creative ideas
A self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a strong commitment to personal growth and career development, including mobility and flexibility
Unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making

Job Responsibility

Work with three different teams to have a view of the full value chain: trading, structuring and Solutions Sales
Learn market making and trading book risk management
Develop pricing, hedging and analysis tools and strategies
Learn from experienced traders as they handle real-time pricing and risk
Support key desk tasks like risk reconciliation, P&L, and trade booking
Contribute to quantitative research projects focused on identifying systematic trading strategies and improving existing risk models
Develop trade ideas, watch market trends, and improve analysis using Python and VBA
Assist in drafting term sheets and maintain and improve various databases critical to the desk's operations
Prepare regular market updates based on Citi's research and traders' insights
Collaborate with internal partners across departments

What we offer

Competitive salary
Business casual workplace
Hybrid working model (up to two days working at home per week)

Fulltime

New

Markets intern analyst

Citi is looking for intern analysts to join our Markets team in Paris. Markets a...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

43900.00 - 68100.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a university that can provide a mandatory internship agreement which forms part of your graduation (Graduation Year 2026/2027) and possess a valid resident/work permit
On track to graduate with a Bachelor’s/Master’s degree from a Business or Engineering school
Good understanding of finance and an interest in Markets
Previous experience in Financial Markets would be advantageous
Proficient in Microsoft office, especially Excel
Knowledge of programming languages (VBA, Python) is highly desirable
Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with a strong attention to detail and exceptional planning and organizational skills
Intellectually curious and proactively seek out new and creative ideas
A self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative team, with a strong commitment to personal growth and career development, including mobility and flexibility
An unwavering commitment to integrity and ethical decision-making

Job Responsibility

Work with three different teams and have a view of the full value chain: trading, structuring and Solutions Sales, to understand how a trade is originated, tailored and closed
Learn market making and trading book risk management
Develop pricing, hedging and analysis tools and strategies
Learn from experienced traders as they handle real-time pricing and risk
Support key desk tasks like risk reconciliation, P&L, and trade booking
Contribute to quantitative research projects focused on identifying systematic trading strategies and improving existing risk models
Develop trade ideas, watch market trends, and improve analysis using Python and VBA to best identify parameter dislocations
Assist in drafting term sheets and to maintain and improve various databases critical to the desk's operations
Prepare regular market updates based on Citi's research and traders' insights and collaborate with internal partners across departments such as Debt Capital Markets, sales, trading, banking, legal, and Middle Office
Create impactful presentations and sales materials, including the opportunity to develop and showcase compelling trade ideas

What we offer

Competitive salary
Business casual workplace
Hybrid working model (up to two days working at home per week)

Fulltime

Experienced Options Trader

AKUNA CAPITAL

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

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