Experienced Commodity Prop Trader / Portfolio Manager required – Leading Proprietary Trading House – Chicago, IL recruitment

Montash Associates is partnering with a leading Chicago based proprietary trading house, and are looking to source an experienced Commodity Trader to join their market leading team.

Currently, the group trades a number of different commodities, primarily softs.   They have had a successful year, and are now looking to grow out their present, expanding into new areas and building out their existing capabilities (utilising their existing relationships, infrastructure and connectivity more effectively). 

They are looking to add a highly experience, profitable trader to their team, to either grow out a new area or continue to build out their current markets. This is a senior position, with a generous percentage of PnL generated being paid out.

They are currently considering a number of routes to expand into, but it is a highly candidate driven process. They are looking for an individual that can bring a business proposition and is confident they have the capabilities to build this up to be profitable and market leading.

This is an exceptional opportunity for someone that is looking to take a step up in their career and grow out a completely new business in line with their capabilities. There is excellent career potential, and the ability to build out a team with time.

To summarise, the core requirements for this position are:

• 5+ year’s commodity trading experience. Consistently profitable. 

• Low risk strategy

• Strong academic track record

• Strong quantitative skills

• Excellent communication skills

• Must be presentable and articulate (for investor meetings etc)

• Permission to live and work in the USA

In return for these skills, there is an exceptional package on offer. The exact package will be entirely dependent upon the specific candidate and your requirements. As a guideline, base salaries will be around $150k. There will be a generous percentage of PnL generated paid on top of this, dependant upon resources and support required. There is also an excellent benefits package.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV to edwardb@montash.com. Alternatively, I can be contacted on +44 (0) 207 749 6060. All applications, correspondence and conversations will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Ref: EB/US/CT/187

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