Junior Trader Job at AKUNA CAPITAL (Chicago)

LatAM Sovereign Trader

A role in Markets involves trading financial instruments, such as bonds, stocks,...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

247146.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Provide coverage for Emerging Markets Credit Trading business
Use bond pricing tools, trading tools, brokers systems, and information systems to prepare ‘bid and offer’ prices
Work with internal Credit Sales and Research teams to develop trading ideas and strategies
Manage bond risk in LatAm financial credits
Provide coverage as backup Trader for other traders on the LatAm corporate trading desk
Interact with a team of 5 other LatAm credit traders and analysts
Manage risk responsibly within thresholds, market-making to clients, pitching trade ideas, mentoring junior traders
8% travel required to client sites domestically and internationally

Job Responsibility

Execute trades and manage risk within a defined portfolio of financial instruments
Stay informed about market trends and developments to make informed trading decisions
Execution of buy and sell orders or pricing of liquidity in various financial instruments
Monitoring and analysis of global financial markets, economic indicators, news, and geopolitical events
Management and monitoring of the risk associated with the trading portfolio
Collaboration with research analysts and other teams to gather insights

What we offer

Eligible for incentives pursuant to Barclays Employee Referral Program
Hybrid working
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed ‘anchor’ days

Fulltime

Egb trader

Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global fin...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

130000.00 - 275000.00 EUR / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in a related role
In-depth knowledge of respective products and clients
Proven history of successful trading book management
Required licensing and registrations as applicable
Advance analytical and numerical competency
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Effective interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to analyze and pitch situations and determine suitable counterparties
Knowledge of Bloomberg, booking systems, trading protocol, closing technicalities
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job Responsibility

Oversee a trading book as a Senior trader and generate revenues and manage risk for the respective business
Build and maintain a franchise and connect with key clients, particularly important in these smaller flow-driven markets
Coordinate with Sales, Research, CMand and other organizations across Markets and Securities Services and the broader business
Trade a book and deliver on budgeted revenues and manage book risk
Interact with respective treasuries to maintain our PD relationships
Establish and maintain key relationships to deliver trades to the desk
Anticipate client demand in each respective product/market and facilitate large client trades
Coordinate with desk analysts as needed and with sales to develop the franchise and manage and mentor junior traders as needed
Leading strong governance and controls: Work in close partnership with control functions such as Legal, Compliance, Market and Credit Risk, Audit, Finance in order to ensure appropriate governance and control infrastructure
Build a culture of responsible finance, good governance and supervision, expense discipline and ethics

Fulltime

New

Junior Quant Trader

This is a Junior Quant Trader role in the derivatives trading domain. The trader...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

April 01, 2026

Requirements

Graduated before July 2026 with 0-2 years’ experience
Bachelor, Masters or PhDs in Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Mechanics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, Economics, FinTech, Data Science, Business Analytics, Financial Engineering, Big Data or related degrees
Quick mental maths, pattern recognition, and probability skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories
Risk appetite & ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, team environment
Able to dedicate 1.5-2 hours each day throughout April 6-April 8, 2026 to attend Options 201 course including virtual lectures, mini-shadows, office hours, and complete quizzes
Able to meet the timelines per illustrated “Timeline” section above

Job Responsibility

Develop technical skills via statistics-based projects aimed at solving real problems being faced by our trading teams
Conduct analysis and constructing models using python and Excel or building interactive trading tools for use on our desks
Trade full-time on one of our trading desks

What we offer

Systematic educational program to help you develop quickly
Global vision and work experience to extend your knowledge on international markets across a diverse set of asset classes
Welcoming and supportive culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee growth
Collaborative & valuable mentorship from experienced Traders
Opportunity to advance quickly in your career

Fulltime

New

Junior Quant Trader

Akuna Capital is a leading proprietary trading firm specializing in options mark...

Location

Australia , Sydney

Salary:

Not provided

AKUNA CAPITAL

Expiration Date

April 01, 2026

Requirements

Able to dedicate 1.5-2 hours each day throughout April 6-April 8, 2026, to attend Options 201 course including virtual lectures, mini-shadows, office hours, and complete quizzes
Able to meet the timelines per illustrated “Timeline” section above
Graduate before July 2026 with 0-2 years’ experience
Bachelor, Masters or PhDs in Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics, Mechanics, Computer Science, Actuarial Science, Economics, FinTech, Data Science, Business Analytics, Financial Engineering, Big Data or related degrees
Quick mental maths, pattern recognition, and probability skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Desire to learn about financial markets and economic theories
Risk appetite and ability to work well under pressure in a face paced, team environment

Job Responsibility

Trading in the derivatives trading domain
Perform analysis, develop tooling, or build models for trading teams
Hone technical skills
Develop expertise and make an immediate impact on the business

What we offer

Systematic educational program to help you develop quickly
Global vision and work experience on international markets across a diverse set of asset classes
Welcoming and supportive culture with a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee growth
Collaborative and valuable mentorship from experienced Traders
Social poker competitions, happy hours, fully stacked breakfast and snack room, social events, social club events
Great training with Akuna University

Fulltime

Semi Senior Accountant

An established and growing accountancy practice is looking to add an experienced...

Location

United Kingdom , Braintree

Salary:

29000.00 - 33000.00 GBP / Year

Butler Rose

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 4 years' experience within an accountancy practice environment
Studying ACA or ACCA, or AAT qualified (or equivalent)
Previous exposure to audit work is beneficial but not essential
Good working knowledge of UK accounting standards (FRS 105 / FRS 102 1A desirable)
Strong attention to detail with a professional and confidential approach
Confident communicator, able to work with both colleagues and clients
Willingness to learn, develop and take on increasing responsibility
Able to work collaboratively and support the development of junior team members

Job Responsibility

Prepare draft statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
Produce working papers and lead schedules in line with internal procedures
Complete balance sheet and profit & loss reviews, highlighting queries and key observations
Prepare VAT returns, liaise with clients on liabilities and ensure timely submissions
Assist with management accounts preparation and analyse variances or unusual trends
Draft corporate tax computations for review by senior team members
Review work completed by junior staff and provide constructive feedback
Support and mentor accounts and audit assistants as part of their development
Communicate directly with clients to obtain information and respond to queries
Assist on audit assignments when required, following agreed plans and instructions

What we offer

Flexible working arrangements
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity for progression within a growing practice

Fulltime

Accounts Assistant Manager

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded and supportive firm of...

Location

United Kingdom , Stoke-on-Trent

Salary:

44000.00 - 54000.00 GBP / Year

Crowe Watson

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

ACA/ACCA Qualified
Must have a minimum of 3 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax compliance
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive, team-oriented approach

Job Responsibility

Managing a portfolio of clients across various sectors
Preparing and reviewing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
Assisting with client queries and providing technical support
Maintaining strong client relationships and identifying advisory opportunities

What we offer

flexible working
strong company pension scheme
a host of additional benefits

Fulltime

Senior Product Manager I

Our Product Team manages the portfolio of features and enhancements that power t...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

155000.00 USD / Year

tastytrade

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7-10 years of product management experience with demonstrated success leading complex product initiatives, managing stakeholder relationships, and delivering products that drove significant business outcomes and revenue growth
Deep expertise in retail trading, brokerage operations, or financial markets technology - you understand order execution, market data, trading workflows, account management, and regulatory requirements in the retail brokerage space
Strong technical and commercial acumen - you can define comprehensive NFR requirements and work in lockstep with engineering teams while creating business cases, developing pricing models, and tracking financial metrics tied to product performance
Mastery of advanced PM methods and emerging technologies - expert with prototyping, A/B testing, advanced analytics, and roadmapping platforms, with experience leveraging AI and machine learning to optimize product capabilities
Exceptional communication and leadership skills - able to tailor messaging to diverse stakeholders from engineers to executives, with experience mentoring junior product managers and establishing scalable ways of working across teams
Passion for empowering individual traders and improving the trading experience through data-driven insights and strategic decision-making

Job Responsibility

Lead strategic product initiatives: Own complex, multi-team projects from conception through delivery, developing 12-18 month roadmaps that balance innovation with execution. Partner with engineering leadership to anticipate technical challenges and establish collaborative frameworks for technology innovation
Drive measurable business outcomes: Develop comprehensive product strategy that translates business vision into executable plans, implementing data-driven frameworks to measure impact through OKRs and KPIs. Create sophisticated business cases with ROI projections and lead market research initiatives to inform strategic direction, with particular focus on trading platform capabilities
Navigate complexity and stakeholder relationships: Communicate confidently with executive stakeholders while effectively translating between technical and business perspectives. Resolve complex conflicts through structured negotiation and lead priority decisions that balance multiple business units and regulatory requirements
Leverage emerging technologies: Use AI and emerging technologies to enhance product capabilities and solve customer problems more effectively. Establish monitoring strategies to ensure ongoing adherence to performance, security, and reliability requirements post-launch
Mentor and elevate the team: Coach Product Managers and Associate Product Managers on strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and domain expertise. Establish scalable ways of working and facilitate discovery sessions that improve team capabilities across the organization

What we offer

Performance Bonuses
Stock Purchase Options
Medical/Vision/Dental Benefits
Annual educational / conference stipend
Sustainable workday with minimal on-call responsibilities
401k Plan
Continued Education Support
20 Paid Vacation Days (plus an additional paid vacation day the month of your birthday!)
10 Paid Sick Days
Gym Membership Reimbursement

Fulltime

Trading Underwriter

Lawes Consulting Group is recruiting a Household Trading Underwriter to underwri...

Location

United Kingdom , Essex

Salary:

4500.00 GBP / Month ▼

Lawes Consulting Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Background in household and/or commercial property underwriting
Comfortable working with brokers (national & independent)
Experience in an MGA is preferred but not essential
Open to brokers or junior underwriters looking to move into a trading role
Strong communicator (written & verbal)
Confident negotiator and trader
Good analytical and IT skills
Sound underwriting judgement
Well organised
Can stay in control under pressure

Job Responsibility

Underwrite new business, renewals & MTAs within authority
Trade with brokers to drive conversion and retention
Support income and growth targets
Handle underwriting referrals from other teams
Respond promptly to broker and client queries
Contribute to product development

Fulltime

Junior Trader

AKUNA CAPITAL

Location:
United States , Chicago

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Posted:
December 05, 2025

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