Trading Associate
Peak6
The people at PEAK6 are driven to see solutions others don’t. We capitalize on the opportunities others have missed. We operate with a focused, entrepreneurial drive and we push ourselves to think differently.
The Values That Drive Us
Our values are ultimately what drives the PEAK6 teams’ legendary performance.
- Act Boldly and With Courage
- Be Data Driven
- Approach Everyday With Curiosity
- Operate Ethically and With Integrity
- Be Collaborative
- Be Financially Responsible
The Reason Behind the Name
Not surprisingly, the story behind the PEAK6 name began in the mountains. Co-owner Matt Hulsizer was in Breckenridge, Colorado, when inspiration struck. He recalled someone telling him it takes six peaks to make a mountain range. He was drawn to this notion of peaks and how they can stand alone and/or work together to form something even more powerful. This perfectly represented the vision for the new firm. And with that, the PEAK6 name took hold.
Interestingly, the peak that Matt used as inspiration for our name so many years ago opened to the public in 2013. They named it Peak6. And no — we had nothing to do with it. It’s just fate working its magic.
About the Role:
PEAK6 was brought to life by an insatiable curiosity, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a desire to win. With over a 25-year track record of success, PEAK6 offers incredible opportunities for smart, passionate team players to solve complex problems and take calculated risks. As a Trading Associate at PEAK6, we’ll give you the training and the tools to put your best ideas into the market. You’ll collaborate with incredibly smart people who love what they do to solve for the ever-changing and exciting challenges of the financial markets. Plus, you’ll never be bored, because no two days in the market are the same.
No experience or previous knowledge of financial markets? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know during our comprehensive training program. Our training program consists of 4 phases: basic training, basic trading, long-term rotations, and managing individual portfolios. Throughout each of these phases, we layer on multiple opportunities for you to take the lead on projects with your own unique ownership and responsibility. We believe in holistic training, and include a serious focus on personal development to supplement our core options training.
What you can expect from our Trading Associate program:
Basic Training
- Pass the Series 57 licensing exam within two months of your hire date and immediately start trading with firm capital
- Learn market mechanics and option theory through classroom sessions and group discussions
Basic Trading
- Trade in a group environment, practicing both the art and science of trading
- Master the use of all of PEAK6’s proprietary tools and technology
Long-term Rotations
- Communicate, learn from, and articulate your ideas and strategies to senior trading partners
- Develop new, cutting-edge tools in collaboration with trading teams
Individual Portfolios
- Manage a portfolio and its risks
- Test and analyze your own trading strategies in the market
What you need to have:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree graduating between December 2022 and June 2023
- Availability for an August 2023 start date
- Ability to relocate to Chicago, New York or Austin
- Excellent quantitative and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in teams
- Alignment with our core values: collaboration, grit, ownership, and adaptability
- Curiosity about financial markets; however previous knowledge or experience is not required