Defined-Risk Vertical Spreads Trader
Maverick Trading
Maverick Trading in Chicago is seeking a vertical spread options trader to execute defined-risk strategies using debit and credit verticals on US equity and index options. This role emphasizes disciplined sizing, risk control, and clean execution of multi-leg ideas. You will work in a fast-paced, highly structured environment where traders focus on debit spreads for directional views and credit spreads for range or income strategies—without naked risk. #J-18808-Ljbffr Maverick Trading
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