Trading Associate
Welkova
Chicago, IL0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Work
- On-site in Chicago
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Listed
- Oct 27, 2026 · still open
About the Role
The Trading Associate position involves rotational assignments and trading strategy development. The company's training program consists of 4 phases: basic training, basic trading, long-term rotations, and managing individual portfolios. Associates are encouraged to explore interests in both automated and discretionary trading, allowing for ownership over their career path.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop new, cutting-edge tools in collaboration with trading teams.
- Manage a portfolio and its risks.
- Test and analyze your own trading strategies in the market.
- Learn market mechanics and option theory through classroom sessions and group discussions.
- Communicate, learn from, and articulate your ideas and strategies to senior trading partners.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Pass the Series 57 licensing exam within two months of hire and immediately start trading with firm capital.
- Trade in a group environment, practicing both the art and science of trading.
- Master the use of all of the company’s proprietary tools and technology.
- Be ready to learn and apply coding techniques.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
- Availability for an August 2027 start date.
- Interest in and curiosity about financial markets.
- Excellent quantitative and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in teams.