Overview
Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.
Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.
Job Responsibilities
As a Junior Sales Trader, you will join Old Mission's fast growing institutional sales desk that builds and maintains meaningful trading relationships on behalf of the firm. You will be responsible for managing Option RFQs for clients, executing equity orders as part of our portfolio trading operation, and serving as the bridge between clients and the Old Mission trading desks. You will learn about pricing and microstructure for an array of products and markets around the world. You will also have the opportunity over time to join client meetings and help manage relationships.
- Manage Option RFQs, execute equity orders on behalf of clients, and ensure efficient booking/settlement
- Generate reports to monitor trading activity and relationships
- Answer inbound client trading requests and secure pricing from OM trading desks
- Assist clients with pre/post trade information as needed
Qualifications
Required Skills
- An undergraduate or advanced degree, preferably in a quantitative field or economics/finance (though all majors are encouraged to apply)
- Experience with a programming language, ideally comfortable working in Python and/or SQL
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work and solve problems as part of a team, often in a high-pressure environment
- Proven trustworthiness and performance under the highest ethical standards
- A strong desire for knowledge and to understand how things work
- Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus
- Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Fully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-site
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 401(k) with employer match
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Commuter Benefit Program
How to Apply
Please apply for this position through Old Mission's online application and reference your affiliation with the Evans Scholars Foundation. Once you apply, please email your resume to Yazmin Huerta (Manager, Career Services) for a direct referral.