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DV Trading

Graduate Trader (DV Commodities)

New York, NY

$85K - $100K/yr

Learn about proprietary methodologies and trading systems that support an established trading ... graduate by Summer 2026 * Strong understanding of math, probability, and statistics * Advanced ...

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Maven

Junior Floor Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm allocating internal capital across discretionary ... of our Graduate Trader Training cohort in London for a duration of approximately five weeks ...

Maven

Junior Floor Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Maven is a market-leading proprietary trading firm allocating internal capital across discretionary ... of our Graduate Trader Training cohort in London for a duration of approximately five weeks ...

Gelber Group

Experienced Energy Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred * Larger bank or physical ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

Gelber Group

Experienced Energy Trader

White Plains, NY · On-site +1

$72K - $120K/yr

Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred * Larger bank or physical ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

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Gelber Group

Experienced Energy Trader

New York, NY · On-site +1

$72K - $120K/yr

Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred * Larger bank or physical ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

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Gelber Group

Experienced Energy Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$72K - $120K/yr

Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred * Larger bank or physical ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

Gelber Group

Experienced Energy Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$72K - $120K/yr

Prior Proprietary Trading or Hedge Fund PM experience strongly preferred * Larger bank or physical ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

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Group One Trading

Trading Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

What We Do Group One is a proprietary trading firm specializing in market making and liquidity ... Undergraduate and/or graduate degree. Within 1 Month, You'll * Complete your initial orientation ...

Group One Trading

Trading Analyst

Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

What We Do Group One is a proprietary trading firm specializing in market making and liquidity ... Undergraduate and/or graduate degree. Within 1 Month, You'll * Complete your initial orientation ...

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Group One Trading

Trading Analyst

Chicago, IL

$100K - $120K/yr

What We Do Group One is a proprietary trading firm specializing in market making and liquidity ... Undergraduate and/or graduate degree. Within 1 Month, You'll * Complete your initial orientation ...

Gelber Group

Experienced DI Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

... proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

Gelber Group

Experienced DI Trader

Chicago, IL

$72K - $120K/yr

... proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

Gelber Group

Experienced DI Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$72K - $120K/yr

... proprietary trading firms. Our success stems from a relentless pursuit of new trading ideas and ... Tuition reimbursement for Graduate courses (taken after employment begins) * Flexible Spending ...

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A Graduate Proprietary Trader is an entry-level professional who trades financial instruments, such as stocks, currencies, or derivatives, using a firm's capital rather than clients' money. Their main goal is to generate profits for the firm by leveraging market analysis, risk management, and trading strategies. Typically, these roles are designed for recent graduates with a strong interest in financial markets and often involve comprehensive training programs. Graduate proprietary traders work in fast-paced environments and are usually compensated through a combination of base salary and performance-based bonuses.

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Graduate Trader (DV Commodities)

Graduate Trader (DV Commodities)

DV Trading

New York, NY

$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

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Job description

About Us:
Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. 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 methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

DV Commodities is a division within DV Group that specializes in trading commodities markets, including crude oil, refined products, natural gas, power, emissions, metals, softs, and agriculture. DV Commodities' risk management, world-class technology, and talented traders have enabled it to become one of the world's largest liquidity providers and risk allocators in the energy and commodities spaces. DV Commodities currently has over 35 desks, with traders and staff located in London, New York, Chicago, Houston, and Dubai.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Work side by side with senior traders
  • Learn about proprietary methodologies and trading systems that support an established trading business
  • Real-time risk management in the form of trade entry and risk layoffs
  • Build and maintain trading models
  • Enhance existing trades; identify and pursue new opportunities
  • Liaise between trading group, internal company departments, and OTC relationships
  • Further responsibilities may be driven by the individual's interests and specific skills

Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. in mathematics, statistics, economics, computer science, or a related field, and on track to graduate by Summer 2026
  • Strong understanding of math, probability, and statistics
  • Advanced aptitude for problem solving and multitasking
  • High level of proficiency in Excel and VBA
  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and statistical modeling is preferred
  • A strong work ethic and ability to learn quickly in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
  • Detail-oriented, organized, and diligent
  • Ability to maintain composure and communicate clearly when under pressure

Benefits:

  • Discretionary bonus eligibility
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
  • Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
  • Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
  • Flexible Vacation policy
  • Retirement plan with employer match

Annual compensation range: $85K - $100K + discretionary bonus eligibility

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV's posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The range below reflects the expected base salary for this position. It represents a good-faith estimate of the base pay we anticipate offering, with actual compensation determined by your experience, education, skills, and performance throughout the interview process. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus (at DV Trading's discretion) and DV Trading's benefits package, including the benefits listed above.

Base Salary Range
$85,000—$100,000 USD