Futures Trader FX

Job Description

Geneva Trading is seeking an experienced FX Trader to join their team in Chicago. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in refining and implementing FX trading strategies, with the goal of becoming a leading non-bank liquidity provider. This position requires a blend of technical skills, adaptability, and collaborative problem-solving abilities.

The FX Trader will be responsible for:

• Developing, maintaining, and optimizing FX trading strategies.
• Managing intraday risk profiles and accumulated positions.
• Collaborating with overnight trading teams to refine trading models.
• Assessing trading system performance.
• Prioritizing trading objectives and documenting trading methodologies.
• Collaborating with the software development team to oversee the deployment of innovative dashboards and analytical tools.

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least 4 years of successful experience in a trading role, specifically in the FX market.
• Deep understanding of the fundamentals that drive FX market behavior.
• A track record of consistent profitability, validated by empirical data.
• Proficiency in designing and executing trading and hedging strategies based on detailed market analysis.
• Exceptional leadership skills, complemented by a robust work ethic, organizational finesse, and analytical rigor.
• Professional poise and excellent interpersonal communication abilities.
• A performance-driven mindset, resilience under high-pressure scenarios, and the judgment to make informed decisions.
• Familiarity with proprietary trading platforms is preferred.
• Coding experience would be a significant asset, although not mandatory.

Geneva Trading offers:

• A symbiotic environment that seamlessly integrates trading, quantitative analytics, and cutting-edge technology.

Geneva Trading is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.