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Trillium Trading

Equity Trader

Trillium Trading, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview Equity Trader role at Trillium Trading. Trillium is a leading proprietary trading firm active in US Equities, US Options, Canadian Equities, and OTC Equities. With trading technology built, tested, and optimized in-house, our engineers and technologists collaborate with our traders to deliver tools and functionality designed to support their needs.

We are headquartered in New York City, with additional trading floors in Chicago and Miami. To learn more about Trillium, visit www.trlm.com

The Role As an Equity Trader, you will gain direct exposure to the markets while mastering our proprietary trading tools and strategies. From day one, you\'ll work side-by-side with an experienced trainer and be immersed in a diverse mix of trading strategies, developing both the technical skills and judgment needed to succeed in a fast paced environment.

Within your first month on the desk, you\'ll actively trade and manage firm capital under close mentorship, honing your ability to make split-second buy and sell decisions on our proprietary keyboard-based trading platform. You will develop a deep understanding of U.S., Canadian, and OTC equity markets, as well as the U.S. options market.

We invest heavily in education and development for both new and veteran traders, offering a mix of classroom sessions and on-demand resources to support continuous growth. This structure helps strengthen your quantitative, analytical, and research skills, while deepening your knowledge of economics, risk management, and market structure.

Continuous improvement is at the core of our trading culture. Traders are challenged to refine their strategies, expand their perspectives, and grow every day. If you\'re competitive, curious, and eager to be rewarded for your performance, you\'ll find the platform, mentorship, and resources to build a lasting career here.

Location : This position is open in New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Miami, FL (please only apply to your top choice).

Compensation

Annual base salary of $58,000-$66,300 (gross)

Monthly P&L-based bonuses (contingent on trading performance)

Responsibilities

Research market microstructure patterns to uncover inefficiencies

Collaborate with your trainer and other traders during daily trade reviews

Stay informed on industry and market news

Participate in educational seminars and group discussions with senior traders

Learn and apply our proprietary trading tools and platforms

About You You are enthusiastic, motivated, and proactive, with a strong desire to learn and grow in a performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate:

Has a resourceful, team-oriented, and entrepreneurial mindset, demonstrated through extracurriculars, group projects, or academic achievements

Is analytical, intellectually curious, disciplined, and deeply interested in financial markets

Thrives in competitive, fast-paced settings and adapts well to challenges

Holds (or is pursuing) a degree in economics, mathematics, business, finance, or a related field

Please note, Trillium will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Job Requirements

The position is intended for soon-to-be college graduates (Fall/Winter 2025 or Spring 2026 graduation) with a cumulative 3.5+ GPA

Benefits and Perks

Complimentary breakfast on Tuesdays and lunch on Wednesdays and Thursdays

Collaborative culture built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to excellence

Comprehensive benefits including PTO, medical and dental insurance, 401(K) matching, parental leave, pre-tax commuter benefits, catered meals, and other perks

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Trillium are based on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the company. Trillium does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic characteristics, ancestry, military status, family care status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected basis protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability should contact careers@trlm.com.

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