Sr. Stock and Options Researcher and Trader

Job Description

Job Description

Trader Job Description

Senior Stock & Options Trader (7+ Years Experience)

Overview
Seeking highly experienced Stock and Options Trader with over a 7+ years of success in analyzing financial markets and stocks, executing option trading strategies, and managing risk across diverse portfolios. Demonstrates deep expertise in equity markets, options and volatility-based strategies, with a strong track record of profitability and capital preservation.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute trades in equities, options, and ETFs across various market conditions
• Develop and implement advanced trading strategies (e.g. spreads, straddles, covered calls, and selling puts)
• Conduct in-depth technical and fundamental analysis to identify trading opportunities
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Monitor market trends, economic indicators, and geopolitical events impacting asset prices
• Manage portfolio risk through position sizing and diversification techniques
• Ability to make fast, data-driven decisions under pressure
• Utilize trading and quoting platforms (e.g., Investor’s Business Daily, Dorsey Wright and Quodd) for execution and analysis
• Maintain strict adherence to risk management protocols and regulatory requirements
• Requires ability to trade in high-pressure situations
• Requires extended screen time and real-time decision-making during market hours
• This is a 1099 position. There is opportunity to work some from home

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Mathematics
• 7+ years of active trading experience in stocks and options

· Relevant licenses/certifications – Series 63 required (e.g., Series 7) may be required depending on role