Valkyrie Trading · 1 month ago
Trading Team Manager
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$195K/yr - $225K/yr
2+ years expValkyrie Trading is a firm focused on competing in the financial markets, seeking a Trading Team Manager to lead and develop a high-performing team of traders. This role involves accountability for team outcomes, strategic collaboration across the organization, and mentoring team members to drive business growth.
FinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Leading and developing a high-performing team of traders
Scaling out business and solving complex problems
Driving measurable business outcomes aligned with the firm’s strategy
Operating autonomously and maximizing team potential
Strategically partnering across the organization
Reporting directly to the Head of Trading
Qualification
Required
minimum 2 years experience managing teams
ability to operate as an Independent Manager and Trusted Leader
demonstrating the ability to manage multiple trading desks with little supervision
Clear and Purposeful Communication Skills
Proven experience collaborating with Quants, Data Scientists, Applied Scientists, and Developers
capability to translate high-level firm OKRs into a clear, compelling, and actionable direction for teams
genuine desire and empathy for mentoring and accelerating the growth of team members
Aptitude for both recognizing success and decisively correcting underperformance
Ability to prioritize and to focus on solving business problems while actively identifying opportunities to build and scale the trading desk
Proven resolve and fairness in utilizing performance management tools to maintain high performance standards
Preferred
Experience at a market making firm
Experience in options market making is not required
Benefits
Competitive salaries and performance bonuses
Top-tier medical and dental coverage
Relocation assistance packages
Generous vacation policy
Training opportunities and continuing education
Catered lunch, snacks, and beverages
Group outings and company parties
Casual dress environment
Company
Valkyrie Trading
Valkyrie Trading is a Chicago-based company that aims to provide liquidity to various disjoint, competitive financial markets.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Chris Lee
Chief Executive Officer
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