Relative Value Trader
DV Trading LLC · Chicago, IL · 2 wk ago
HybridFinance$100k–$200k/yrFull-time
About the role
DV Trading is looking for a proven Relative Value Trader who wants the freedom to run capital, scale ideas quickly, and trade on a high-performance proprietary platform. This is an opportunity for a trader who already knows how to generate alpha in correlated products and wants the infrastructure, capital, and autonomy to grow a strategy without the constraints typical of larger institutions.
Overview
This role will be based in Chicago for the first 3 to 6 months to accelerate integration with the team, platform, and trading environment.
Responsibilities
- Run your own relative value trading strategy using DV Trading’s capital
- Identify, execute, and scale opportunities across correlated products
- Build, refine, and improve models, signals, and execution approaches
- Own risk, positioning, and P&L with a high degree of autonomy
- Leverage DV Trading’s platform, technology, and support to grow your book
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience on a professional relative value trading desk
- A track record of trading profitable RV strategies in a professional setting
- Strong preference for experience using factor models in correlated products
- Sharp quantitative instincts, strong market intuition, and disciplined risk management
- A self-directed trader who wants real ownership and accountability
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options
- Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
- Flexible vacation policy
- Retail plan with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness Programs
Why DV Trading
- Trade with firm capital
- Run your own strategy
- Move fast in a performance-driven environment
- Access the platform and support needed to scale
Pay
Annual compensation range $100-200K base + profit share with meaningful upside
Schedule
The role will be based in Chicago for the first 3 to 6 months to accelerate integration with the team, platform, and trading environment.