Equity & Options Trader - Monmouth, IL (Remote)

Maverick Trading is hiring a fully remote Equity & Options Trader open to applicants in Monmouth, IL. We are a 25+ year proprietary trading firm that allocates firm capital to disciplined traders and scales buying power based on performance and risk management. Trading from the Midwest Trade US markets from your local time — the NYSE opens at 8:30am Central and closes mid-afternoon. Chicago's CME complex makes the Midwest one of the most important trading regions in the world. Operating on Central Time means the NYSE opens at 8:30am local — an early but workable schedule that pairs well with the region's strong work ethic. This is not a challenge account. Not a demo evaluation. We provide structured capital allocation for traders who want a professional path to scaling capital. What you will do Trade equities and options within defined risk parameters Follow a structured, rules-based risk management approach Build consistency and scale capital based on performance Why options Options allow traders to define risk, hedge exposures, and structure trades beyond simple directional stock positions. Maverick is one of the few proprietary trading firms that actively trades options as a core part of its trading approach. What we offer Firm capital allocation — trade our money, not yours Profit split of 65% to 90% based on performance tier Performance-based capital scaling, with no upper cap Professional training and mentorship from active traders Fully remote work — trade from anywhere with reliable internet Monthly ACH payouts on the 1st of each month No challenge accounts, no evaluations, no monthly subscription fees Compensation This is a 1099 independent contractor role. Compensation is a profit-split on trading performance, with no base salary. Top-tier traders earn 90% of their net trading profits. What we are looking for Trading experience preferred (equities and/or options), not required Strong risk discipline and consistency mindset Independent decision-making and personal accountability Willingness to complete the Maverick Qualification Program before trading firm capital About Maverick Trading Founded in 1997, Maverick Trading is a proprietary trading firm that trains and funds professional traders. We are not a brokerage. We do not mark up commissions. We profit only when our traders profit. Trading experience preferred (equities and/or options) but not required. Strong risk discipline, consistency mindset, and independent decision-making required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maverick Trading