• Junior Trader

    Eagle Seven (Chicago, IL)


    Eagle Seven, LLC 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

    + Bachelor’s degree in business/finance, statistics, mathematics, engineering, or related field

    + 0-2 years’ work experience; financial experience preferred, but not required

    + Strong analytical, quantitative, and math skills

    + Experience with Python is required

    + 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

    + Company Contributions to a Health Savings Account (with enrollment into a High Deductible Health Plan)

    + Dental coverage through Principal

    + 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

    + Access to Newly Renovated Building Gym and Bike Room