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Maven

Trading Operations Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and ...

Edgehog Trading

Senior Mid-Office Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

About Us Edgehog Trading is a proprietary trading firm specializing in electronic options market making. We take a technology-driven approach, designing and operating automated, scalable systems to ...

Maven

Trading Operations Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and ...

Old Mission

Legal Intern - Summer 2027

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and ... Maintain the firm's contract lifecycle management system * Assist with entity formation, foreign ...

XR Trading LLC

EXPERIENCED TRADER

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135K - $185K/yr

XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US. XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities, commodities ...

XR Trading LLC

EXPERIENCED TRADER

Chicago, IL · On-site

$135K - $185K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US. XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global ...

DV Trading

Junior Quantitative Trader

New York, NY

Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management ...

XR Trading LLC

EXPERIENCED TRADER

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$135K - $185K/yr

Description XR Trading is a proprietary trading firm with employees in the Netherlands, Singapore, UK and US. XR participates in a wide variety of marketplaces including global futures, equities ...

Old Mission

Quantitative Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $225K/yr

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 ...

DV Trading

Junior Quantitative Trader

Chicago, IL

Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management ...

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How much do contract proprietary trading firm jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract proprietary trading firm in the United States is $73,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Proprietary Trading Firm vs Proprietary Trader?

AspectContract Proprietary Trading FirmProprietary Trader
CredentialsTypically requires trading experience, licenses, and sometimes certificationsRequires trading experience, financial knowledge, and often licenses or certifications
Work EnvironmentOperates within a firm, often under contract, with structured trading desksWorks independently or within a firm, focusing on personal trading strategies
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by firms hiring traders on a contractual basis in financial marketsRefers to individual traders who trade with firm capital or personal funds

Both roles involve trading in financial markets, but a Contract Proprietary Trading Firm is a company that employs traders under contract, providing infrastructure and capital. A Proprietary Trader is an individual who trades either with firm capital or personal funds, often working within or independently of a firm. The main difference lies in the employment structure and operational setup.

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Trading Operations Analyst

Maven

Chicago, IL • On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm deploying its own capital across discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. Backed by deep expertise in trading, technology, and research, we are relentlessly focused on improving liquidity across global listed derivatives. Through advanced execution and pricing technologies, we improve how financial markets operate.
Maven's Operations team thrives on proactive collaboration, strong financial and technical expertise, and the innovative use of technology. You will be empowered to leverage automation, advanced data analytics, and the latest operational tools to enhance efficiency, drive process improvements, and support business growth. Working cross-functionally, you will build trusted relationships across the business, positioning yourself as a subject matter expert across multiple disciplines.
What you'll do (Key Responsibilities)
  • Become a primary operations contact for our US trading desks, responding to trader inquiries including trade booking and position management.
  • Play a critical role in building and optimizing robust operational processes for an ever-expanding product base.
  • Ensure data integrity across all trade, position, and cash management activities.
  • Monitor US trading activity and resolve issues related to drop copy/FIX messaging.
  • Resolve daily trade breaks and fails by liaising with prime brokers, clearers, and counterparties.
  • Manage the trade lifecycle and corporate action activity (e.g., exercise/assignments) in line with trading desk decisions.
  • Perform daily reconciliations of P&L, positions, and cash balances across all portfolios.
  • Assist the London & Hong Kong Operations teams as needed during US hours.
  • Work closely with line manager, managing duties and tasks set in a proactive organised manner

What we're looking for (Key Requirements)
  • BA in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
  • 3-5 years of operational experience gained at a market-making or proprietary trading firm.
  • Strong knowledge of equity and listed derivative instruments and their lifecycle events.
  • Experience working in a high-pressure, high-volume environment with the ability to deliver results in time-sensitive situations.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to respond accurately to queries from the front office.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • An understanding of how AI can support role-specific responsibilities while maintaining appropriate governance and compliance

Advantageous Skills
  • Direct experience in a market-making environment.
  • Knowledge of VBA, Python, or SQL.

WHAT WE OFFER:
  • A great environment whereby technology is key to our success.
  • The upside of start-up without the associated risks.
  • Friendly, informal and highly rewarding culture.
  • Work in a forward-thinking environment where AI is integral to our strategy and daily operations
  • Informal dress code.
  • Great offices with free food and plenty of social events.
  • Fast growing global firm with significant opportunity to build a long term career.
  • Annual base compensation $85,000 - $110,000 USD plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus

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