Eagle Seven is seeking a Junior Trader who will be responsible for supporting all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated self-starter. Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required. Primary Responsibilities include: Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectivesMonitoring and reconciling trading positions consistently throughout the shiftPerforming start of day position and activity reconciliationsPerforming post trade analysis on a variety of algorithmic trading strategiesCompleting end of day PnL and position reportingCommunicating with trading exchanges and internal technology groups regarding trading system issuesManaging and reporting any potential compliance issuesAssisting quantitative traders in performing research for new trading strategiesRequirementsSkills and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field 0-2 years of work experience; financial experience preferred, but not requiredStrong analytical, quantitative, and math skillsExperience with Python is preferredAbility to work independently and successfully manage multiple tasks in a complex and fast-paced environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExcellent computer proficiency, including Excel and other MS office applicationsDemonstrated strong work ethic and team player focused on contributing to the success of the trading deskBenefitsEagle Seven offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.Medical PPO and HMO coverage through BlueCross BlueShieldHealth Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)Dental coverage through GuardianVision coverage through VSP401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer MatchCompany Paid Life InsuranceCompany Paid Disability InsurancePaid Time OffFlexible Spending AccountPre-tax Transit BenefitsComplimentary Lunch and Beverages
Eagle Seven is seeking a Junior Trader who will be responsible for supporting all aspects of trading desk operations. The right candidate will have a passion for capital markets and be a motivated self-starter. Ability and interest to work Asia/European (overnight) hours is required.
Primary Responsibilities include:
- Executing algorithmic trading strategies in accordance with the trading desk's objectives
- Monitoring and reconciling trading positions consistently throughout the shift
- Performing start of day position and activity reconciliations
- Performing post trade analysis on a variety of algorithmic trading strategies
- Completing end of day PnL and position reporting
- Communicating with trading exchanges and internal technology groups regarding trading system issues
- Managing and reporting any potential compliance issues
- Assisting quantitative traders in performing research for new trading strategies
Requirements
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field
- 0-2 years of work experience; financial experience preferred, but not required
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and math skills
- Experience with Python is preferred
- Ability to work independently and successfully manage multiple tasks in a complex and fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent computer proficiency, including Excel and other MS office applications
- Demonstrated strong work ethic and team player focused on contributing to the success of the trading desk
Benefits
Eagle Seven offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.
- Medical PPO and HMO coverage through BlueCross BlueShield
- Health Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)
- Dental coverage through Guardian
- Vision coverage through VSP
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account
- Pre-tax Transit Benefits
- Complimentary Lunch and Beverages
Eagle Seven is a privately held, globally positioned algorithmic trading firm. Headquartered in Chicago, Eagle Seven combines the latest technology with a unique group of professional traders and innovative developers to achieve the highest results. Recognizing that market opportunity knows no boundaries, Eagle Seven executes trading strategies across a diverse range of asset classes at the leading exchanges around the world.
We are committed to exploring new markets and emerging technologies which enable us to flourish with a commitment to outstanding principles and individuals who embody them. Our diverse team work together to leverage the latest technological innovations and ensure optimal trade execution, comprehensive risk management, and high-speed connectivity.
Please check our open positions below. If you don’t see a position that interests you, please email your résumé to resumes@eagleseven.com. We are always interested in meeting dynamic and passionate entry level algorithmic and discretionary traders as well as experienced traders and developers.
Eagle Seven is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Eagle Seven is a privately held, globally positioned algorithmic trading firm. Headquartered in Chicago, Eagle Seven combines the latest technology with a unique group of professional traders and innovative developers to achieve the highest results. Recognizing that market opportunity knows no boundaries, Eagle Seven executes trading strategies across a diverse range of asset classes at the leading exchanges around the world.
We are committed to exploring new markets and emerging technologies which enable us to flourish with a commitment to outstanding principles and individuals who embody them. Our diverse team work together to leverage the latest technological innovations and ensure optimal trade execution, comprehensive risk management, and high-speed connectivity.
Please check our open positions below. If you don’t see a position that interests you, please email your résumé to resumes@eagleseven.com. We are always interested in meeting dynamic and passionate entry level algorithmic and discretionary traders as well as experienced traders and developers.
Eagle Seven is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
