Trader Trainee

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Description
Securities Trader Trainee OPUS Atlanta is looking for Securities Trader Trainees. After a background check is complete, your extensive training will begin. You will study 'Trading as a Business' video series developed by Atlanta's Training Manager, Ben Rote. Using successful and proven principles, the neophyte trader will develop a 'trader business'. After initial training, you will begin live trading under the mentorship of Mr. Rote. You will use OPUS capital and have no financial risk. Trainees will trade New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ listed stocks. Joining the OPUS training program is the stepping-stone to a rewarding and profitable career in the securities industry. OPUS's proven training program is one of the key attributes that separate our firm from the competition. We believe in hands on mentorship and teach a highly adaptable and effective trading methodology. Simply having the proper trading support and tools is not enough to survive in todays competitive trading environment. Training and continuous teaching are required for success. For more information on the training program, please visit our website at www.opusatlanta.com. We are currently recruiting nationwide for the following offices: Atlanta, GA OPUS Trading, LLC is a national leading proprietary trading firm. Note: On November 18th, 2005 ETG was acquired by Schonfeld Securities. The training program in Atlanta continues to operate with business as usual. Since January 1, 2006 ETG continues to do business as Opus Atlanta. Opus Atlanta is a subsidiary of Schonfeld Securities.

Requirements

* Entrepreneurial, disciplined, creative individuals who desire a career as a professional trader
* No previous knowledge or experience is required
* OPUS does not participate in Visa sponsorship
* a 4 year degree is required for this position

Junior Options Trader

Apply for Job at Simplex Investments

Description
Full-time, salaried position with a growing, results-driven proprietary trading firm. Performance-based bonus. Position leads to a trader role.

Dynamic, informal atmosphere with a focus on innovation and learning. PPO health insurance, employer matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, lunch provided daily, stocked fridge, and other excellent benefits.

Junior traders will:
-Help execute trades using proprietary algorithms
-Research macroeconomic and company-specific news
-Evaluate portfolio risk profiles
-Adjust trading strategies based on market conditions
-Contribute to strategy development and refinement

Simplex Investments, LLC is a Chicago-based trading firm. We specialize in developing proprietary algorithms and technology infrastructure for electronic trading of equities and derivatives.

Requirements
A bachelor’s degree with minimum 3.0 GPA is required. The successful junior trader candidate will also possess:

-Excellent quantitative and problem-solving skills
-Strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive
-Good communication and interpersonal skills
-High level of computer literacy
-Exceptional attention to detail
-Demonstrated interest in financial markets and trading

Cover letter required.

Trader Trainee

Apply for Job with Opus Atlanta

Description

Securities Trader Trainee
OPUS Atlanta (formally ETG) is looking for Securities Trader Trainees. After passing the Series 7 and 63 exams, your extensive training will begin. You will study 'Trading as a Business' video series developed by Atlanta's Training Manager, Ben Rote. Using successful and proven principles, the neophyte trader will develop a 'trader business'. After initial training, you will begin live trading under the mentorship of Mr. Rote. You will use OPUS capital and have no financial risk. Trainees will trade New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ listed stocks. Joining the OPUS training program is the stepping-stone to a rewarding and profitable career in the securities industry. OPUS's proven training program is one of the key attributes that separate our firm from the competition. We believe in hands on mentorship and teach a highly adaptable and effective trading methodology. Simply having the proper trading support and tools is not enough to survive in todays competitive trading environment. Training and continuous teaching are required for success. For more information on the training program, please visit our website at www.opusatlanta.com. We are currently recruiting nationwide for the following offices: Atlanta, GA OPUS Trading, LLC is a national leading proprietary trading firm and a member of the NASD and SIPC. Update: On November 18th, ETG was acquired by Schonfeld Securities. The training program in Atlanta will continue to operate with business as usual. Since January 1, 2006 ETG continues to do business as Opus Atlanta. Opus Atlanta is a subsidiary of Schonfeld Securities.

Requirements
Qualified applicants will have:

* Entrepreneurial, disciplined, creative individuals who desire a career as a professional trader
* No previous knowledge or experience is required
* OPUS will sponsor required Series 7 and 63 exams

Assistant Trader

Apply for job with First New York Securities

Description

First New York Securities, LLC

Assistant Trader

NYC based proprietary trading firm looking to fill positions available as Assistant Trader to our Equity Traders.

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--THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO RECENT COLLEGE GRADS AND IS AN ENTRY-LEVEL POSITION--

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CANDIDATES MUST BE COMMITTED TO PROPRIETARY TRADING...IF YOU ARE SEARCHING FOR ANY JOB, THIS IS NOT THE JOB FOR YOU!

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Duties will Include:

-Individuals must be highly motivated with strong interests in financial markets and trading.
-Risk taking ability and competitiveness are essential qualities.
-Great learning and advancement opportunities.
-Positions are available in both international and domestic trading.
-A successful Assistant Trader becomes a Trader upon graduation from the training program.
-The training program lasts 18-24 months.

We encourage you to visit our website at www.firstnewyorksecurities.com

Requirements

First New York Securities, LLC
Assistant Trader

Qualifications Include:

*Candidates must have strong educational background.
*We will consider all qualified candidates regardless of your college major.

Some of our Benefits Include:

*Medical/Dental Insurance Coverage.
*Life and Disability Insurance Coverage.
*Retirement Planning/ 401k Participation.

We encourage you to visit our website at www.firstnewyorksecurities.com

WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR RESUME, PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CUMULATIVE G.P.A. AND YOUR S.A.T. SCORES BROKEN DOWN BY VERBAL AND MATH. PLEASE ATTACH A COVER LETTER WITH YOUR RESUME.

-RESUMES THAT DO NOT INCLUDE THIS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED-

-Please email cover letter and resume to Assistant Trader Training Program at [Click here to email]
-Or mail to First New York Securities L.L.C.
Attn: Assistant Trader Training Program, 90 Park Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10016.

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We would prefer to receive your resume via email. Please do not call as a follow up to your resume, if you email it, we will receive it and review it. If we determine that you meet the criteria, we will get in touch with you.

First New York Securities, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer, a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and SIPC.