DI Trading Desk Manager New Chicago, IL

What you’ll do: Bring expertise in trading DI futures and related rates products to a highly profitable trading firm Own and manage a Brazilian rates trading book , focused on DI futures, either via curve trades or cross‑market relative value strategies Be a player/coach, that can both be a senior risk taker and people leader Generate consistent, risk‑adjusted P&L across varying macro and volatility regimes Manage your own portfolio of active strategies and drive trading decisions Oversee desk‑level P&L, and have a meaningful influence over strategy, risk allocation, and talent development for the desk Establish and enforce disciplined risk management, drawdown controls, and trading standards for your desk Collaborate across your trading desk to execute teams’ goals while ensuring core risk and compliance standards are met Grow your own business – recruit, develop, and mentor discretionary traders focused on Brazil DI Rates and B3 Futures What we’d like to see: Proven track record of 3‑5 years of profitable trading in Brazilian fixed‑income markets Directional and curve‑based strategies Understanding of Brazil’s debt auction process and how it impacts the DI products Past experience building, managing, and scaling a discretionary trading desk Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work autonomously and as a team player Proven self‑starter with exceptional product knowledge, trading methodology, and market insight The approximate annual base compensation range for this position is $72,000 to $120,000. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package plus benefits, will be determined by a number of factors which include but are not limited to the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities; geographic location; and internal equity. In addition to your salary, our total rewards package includes health benefits, a 401(k) plan, PTO, parental leave, professional development, tuition reimbursement and discretionary bonus, enhancing your overall total rewards package. Benefits Highlights Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement program Comprehensive health benefits including medical coverage provided by Blue Cross and Blue Shield (PPO and HDHP/HSA) and dental coverage Tuition reimbursement for graduate courses (taken after employment begins) Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care; pre‑tax commuter benefits for parking and transit expenses Life insurance and long‑term disability coverage Health club membership with on‑site facilities (and reciprocal memberships) Generous vacation time, paid holidays, and paid parental leave Social events including sponsored 5k races and annual company party in Chicago Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment Employee referral bonus program Charitable giving and company matching opportunities Casual, relaxed dress code Chicago Benefits Also Include Brand new office in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attached to the Merchandise Mart and “EL” stop and a short walk from both Ogilvie and Union Train Stations Enjoyable collaborative and open work environment including a golf simulator and pool table Catered lunch provided Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursdays and stocked pantry daily and monthly continental breakfasts In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required Employment Eligibility Verification form (Form I‑9) at the start of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr