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Maven SecuritiesChicago, ILGraduate

Graduate Trader Program Chicago 2027

Maven Securities offers a Graduate Trader Program starting September 2027 in Chicago, focusing on options market making with comprehensive training and live trading experience. The program includes an 11-week London training and desk placements in Chicago, with compensation between $150k-$200k.

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Program Details

  • Location: Chicago with initial training in London
  • Start date: September 2027
  • 11-week structured training program in London
  • Training covers options theory, trading simulation, and AI technology use
  • Post-training desk placements in Chicago for live trading experience
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Responsibilities

  • Learn foundations of options market making
  • Understand pricing, probability, and risk
  • Engage in trading simulations and mock trading
  • Use trading tools and systems on the desk
  • Progress through theory-led and practical training
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Candidate Requirements

  • Final-year undergraduate or master's student
  • Strong numeracy and understanding of probability/statistics
  • Genuine interest in financial markets
  • Willingness to adopt emerging AI technologies
  • Entrepreneurial thinker with initiative
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Skills and Attributes

  • Ability to synthesize complex information
  • Collaborative and influential team player
  • Results-focused and accountable
  • Adaptable and quick to learn
  • Effective decision maker