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Job Description
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 firms special blend of financial acumen ability to manage risk and cutting-edge technology.
PEAK6 Capital Management was brought to life through insatiable curiosity entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to win. We offer incredible opportunities for smart passionate team players to solve complex problems and take calculated risks. We were among the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology in our trading business. Today we continue to leverage our technical ingenuity and operational excellence across several investment areas spanning early-to-mid stage growth capital operational control trading and eSports. Throughout the years weve built and operated several financial technology firms and we continue to evolve.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Apply option theory to trading in the markets. Master the use of all of PEAK6s
proprietary tools and technology. Manage a portfolio make trading decisions and be responsible for portfolio. Test and analyze trading strategies in the market. Develop Portfolio Management Risk Management technical and research skills. Develop ownership collaboration and interpersonal skills Utilize new cutting-edge tools. Deep dive into analytical and research- based data sets. Give/receive feedback to senior traders.
Requirements
Bachelors or foreign degree equivalent in Finance Mathematics Business
Business Administration Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience the job offered or in a finance role. Employer also accepts a 3-year diploma/degree or 3 years of coursework in Finance Mathematics Business Business Administration Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a finance role. Series 57 license required. Hybrid role - Occasional telecommuting permitted in Chicago area. Salary:125k/yr. Employer & Worksite: PEAK6 Capital Management LLC; 141 W. Jackson Blvd. Ste. 500 Chicago IL 60604
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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. The 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.
PEAK6 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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 We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
