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Quantech Services, Inc.

$60K/yr

... trade studies and economic analyses -Assist program managers in development and execution of ... -Entry level to one year of experience. Relevant education/experience in quantitative analysis ...

Quantech Services, Inc.

$55K - $80K/yr

Conduct business case analyses, trade studies and economic analyses * Assist program managers in ... * Entry level to one year of experience. Relevant education/experience in quantitative analysis ...

Whittier Trust

Investment Associate

Pasadena, CA

$65K - $85K/yr

Trade Input * Assist in implementing portfolio changes across accounts DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE ... Proven quantitative/analytical skills * Strong verbal and written communication skills

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level quant trading in the United States is $169,729.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,500.00 and $199,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Quant Trading vs Quant Research Analyst?

AspectEntry Level Quant TradingQuant Research Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Math, CS, or Finance; programming skillsBachelor's or Master's in Math, Stats, or Finance; programming skills
Work EnvironmentTrading desks, financial firms, fast-pacedResearch labs, financial firms, analytical
Employer & Industry UsageHedge funds, investment banks, trading firmsAsset managers, hedge funds, financial institutions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Quant Trading involves executing trading strategies and managing risk in real-time markets, often requiring quick decision-making. Quant Research Analysts focus on developing models and algorithms to inform trading strategies, emphasizing research and analysis. Both roles require strong quantitative skills and programming knowledge, but differ mainly in their focus—trading execution versus model development.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Quant Trading job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $169,729 per year, or $81.6 per hour.
Trade Surveillance Analyst (Temp)

Trade Surveillance Analyst (Temp)

Interactive Brokers

Chicago, IL • Hybrid

$30 - $35/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

This is Hybrid role (4 days in office / 1 day remote)

Interactive Brokers is looking to hire Trade Surveillance Analysts (temps) for a six-month assignment in its Chicago, Illinois, office. This entry-level position has excellent growth potential for highly motivated and exceptional performers. Analysts will report to a Compliance Manager and help ensure the firm complies with the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, anti-terrorist financing, sanctions, industry anti-money laundering, and securities laws and regulations.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

  • Conducting account activity reviews, including trading, deposit and withdrawal, and public domain activity, to determine if the activity aligns with IBKR policy.
  • Advising management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends. 
  • Preparing regulatory filings.
  • Contribute to streamlining current processes and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Review trading data for suspicious activity or patterns of unusual trading.

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of regulatory compliance experience working for an exchange, a regulatory organization, a broker-dealer (BD), a futures commission merchant (FCM) or a similar organization. Alternatively, experience in internal audit, legal, accounting, or other control functions of a financial services firm or regulator would be beneficial. Absent direct industry experience, we will also consider applicants with excellent bachelor 's-level educational credentials, some background in finance, economics, data analytics, or similar areas, and strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong product knowledge of equity or exchange-traded derivative markets' or, preferably, both
  • High degree of comfort and fluency with computers and technology and understanding of how technology is applied to business and regulatory problems
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with outstanding organizational and project management skills
  • Ability to work both independently as well as in a small-team environment and to multi-task with minimal supervision
  • ACAMS, CFE, CFCS, Series 7, or other FINRA licenses or certifications a plus

 To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

  • Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication (Verbal and written) skills.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
Company Benefits & Perks
  • Daily company lunch allowance provided, and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snacks
  • Corporate events, including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
  • As a temporary employee, you will not receive most of the benefits offered to regular Company employees, including, but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, FSA (Flexible Spending Account) - health and dependent, Pre-tax commuter benefits (transit/parking),
  • Medical, Dental, Vision or Employee Assistance Program.
  • Temporary employees can accrue Paid Time Off as well as contribute to 401(k) from date of hire

This role's anticipated hourly range is $30.00 to $35.00 based on skills and experience.

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