2026 Graduate Trader - DV Equities

Join Our Team as a Graduate Trader in DV Equities!Are you ready to embark on an exciting career in finance? At DV Trading, we are looking for passionate individuals to join us as Graduate Traders in 2026. As a leading proprietary trading firm, we leverage our own capital and innovative trading strategies to provide liquidity to global financial markets.About Us:Established over 15 years ago and based in Chicago, DV Trading has expanded to over 450 professionals across North America and Europe. Since our independence in 2016, we have developed a reputation for excellence in trading, risk management, and providing hedging solutions for commodity producers and users.Your Responsibilities:Collaborate with senior traders to master proprietary trading methodologies and systems.Engage in real-time risk management, including trade entry and risk adjustments.Develop, maintain, and enhance trading models to optimize performance.Identify new trading opportunities and refine existing strategies.Act as a liaison among trading desks, internal teams, and OTC partners.Take on additional responsibilities aligned with your skills and interests.

Senior Trader - DV Equities About Us:Established over 15 years ago and based in Chicago, the DV Group has expanded to encompass over 450 professionals across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Since its independence from a larger brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has swiftly evolved into a prominent proprietary trading firm, leveraging its own capital, innovative trading strategies, and robust risk management practices to enhance liquidity in global financial markets and provide hedging solutions for commodity producers and consumers. Today, our affiliates include two broker-dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making entity, and a dynamic investment advisory firm.

About Us: DV Trading LLC is a dynamic proprietary trading firm, established over 15 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, with a growing presence across North America and Europe. Since our independence in 2016, we have expanded rapidly, leveraging our own capital and innovative trading strategies to offer liquidity to global financial markets while providing hedging solutions for commodity producers and consumers. Our affiliates encompass two broker-dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making firm, and a burgeoning investment advisory service.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate closely with senior traders to gain insights and develop trading acumen.Acquire knowledge of proprietary trading methodologies and systems that underpin our established trading operations.Engage in real-time risk management through trade entry and risk mitigation strategies.Develop and uphold trading models that enhance our trading capabilities.Refine existing trades and actively seek out new trading opportunities.Act as a liaison between the trading team, internal departments, and OTC partners.Additional responsibilities will evolve based on individual interests and unique skills.

About Us:The DV Group, established over 15 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, has evolved into a network of financial services firms with a workforce exceeding 450 across North America and Europe. Since our inception as an independent proprietary trading firm in 2016, DV Trading has experienced rapid growth, leveraging our capital, innovative trading strategies, and risk management techniques to enhance liquidity in global financial markets and offer hedging solutions to commodity producers and users. Our affiliates include two broker-dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making entity, and an emerging investment advisory firm.Overview:As a Trading Intern, you will collaborate with our trading teams, gaining insights into proprietary methodologies and trading systems essential to our established trading operations. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining trading models, optimizing daily processes, investigating discrepancies in trade positions, and identifying new market opportunities. Our interns benefit from a flat organizational structure, receiving mentorship from seasoned traders and professionals within our teams.

Position Overview: Join our prestigious global trading team as a Senior Discretionary Trader, where you will play a pivotal role in the design and execution of innovative discretionary and semi-systematic trading strategies. This is a remarkable opportunity to enhance and expand Squarepoint’s discretionary trading operations. In this role, you will identify, assess, and capitalize on new trading prospects while working closely with our Quantitative Researchers and fellow Discretionary Traders, utilizing our exceptional research platform. Our discretionary strategies span across Equities, Commodities, Rates/FX, and Credit, including Volatility across multiple asset classes. Conduct in-depth analysis, research, and implementation of discretionary trading strategies. Engage with trading and risk management teams to ensure comprehensive understanding of strategies and associated risks. Collaborate with Traders, Analysts, and Quantitative Researchers worldwide. Contribute to the enhancement of analytical tools and methodologies. Utilize both internal data and research tools along with external resources and partnerships. Mentor and develop junior discretionary traders to elevate their skills and effectiveness.

Senior FPGA Engineer – DV EquitiesAbout Us:With over 15 years of experience and headquartered in Chicago, DV Trading has evolved into a leading independent proprietary trading firm. Our team of over 450 professionals offers innovative trading strategies and risk management solutions, providing essential liquidity in global financial markets. Our expansive portfolio includes broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making firm, and an emerging investment adviser, allowing us to deliver unparalleled hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users.Role Overview:We are seeking a talented Senior FPGA Engineer to join our semi-systematic equities team. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement cutting-edge FPGA trading systems that enhance our competitive advantage across global equity and futures exchanges. This is an exciting opportunity to lead, innovate, and maximize hardware performance in a dynamic trading environment.Key Responsibilities:Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of FPGA engineers focused on developing advanced hardware solutions for market making.Architect and optimize ultra-low-latency trading systems tailored for global equity and futures markets.Define and execute the strategic vision and roadmap for FPGA-based trading infrastructure.Collaborate closely with quantitative researchers, software developers, and network engineers to create integrated, high-performance trading platforms.System Development:Design and implement high-throughput FPGA firmware for efficient market data feed management and order execution.

Join Point72, a leading global asset management firm, as an Equity Financing Trader in London. In this dynamic role, you will engage in trading equity financing products, utilizing your analytical skills to make informed trading decisions. You will work closely with a team of experts, gaining insights into market trends and strategies to optimize trading performance.

Maven Securities Holding Ltd is a leading, employee-owned proprietary trading firm that utilizes internal capital to implement discretionary, systematic, and market-making strategies. We pride ourselves on exclusively managing our own capital, achieving remarkable returns on equity since our inception, and fostering a highly collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. THE ROLE We are seeking a driven and innovative Equity Options Quant Trader to become a vital part of our Vol Alpha Trading Team. This full-cycle quant trader role operates within a semi-systematic desk that focuses on statistical arbitrage relative value volatility, flow-aware volatility position taking, and opportunistic dispersion trades, primarily within the US equity options market. The team is dedicated to an investment strategy that emphasizes informed position-taking, leveraging statistical analysis and market flow observations. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in the daily operations and future development of the desk as we expand our volatility strategy offerings and operational capabilities across various products. This position is ideal for candidates with quantitative research or trading backgrounds within a large volatility desk who are eager to transition into a hands-on buy-side risk-taking role that employs statistical methods to generate alpha, while maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the factors driving alpha performance. The successful candidate will engage in the entire investment process from market intuition and alpha discovery to trade execution, thereby making a significant impact on the desk's success and gaining substantial ownership in PnL. RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor and analyze market flow to identify pricing dislocations. Interpret other market participants’ positions to uncover trading opportunities. Conduct research and backtesting on pricing structures, volatility curves, term structures, relative value, and dispersion trades. Contribute to alpha discovery through a blend of market dynamics observations and quantitative research tools. Participate actively in trading and risk management of a diverse equity options portfolio within a collaborative team environment. Engage in the desk’s strategic expansion into a broader range of alpha and systematic strategies. Oversee the complete investment cycle from intuition and research to execution. Collaborate with infrastructure and development teams to enhance electronic trading execution and reduce dependencies.

Role overview dvtrading is hiring a Quantitative Trader specializing in equities for its London office. This position focuses on applying quantitative techniques and data analysis to identify trading opportunities within equity markets. Both strategy development and hands-on execution play a central part in the role, directly impacting the firm's trading performance. What you will do Analyze extensive market data to find patterns and opportunities in equities trading Design, test, and implement quantitative trading strategies Collaborate with a team of experienced traders and researchers Monitor how strategies perform and adjust them to improve results Who thrives here People who enjoy solving complex problems in creative ways Those with a strong interest in financial markets Individuals comfortable in a collaborative and energetic team setting Location This role is based in London.

About Us:With over 15 years of experience, DV Trading is a Chicago-headquartered proprietary trading firm that has expanded to more than 450 professionals across North America and Europe. Since our establishment as an independent entity in 2016, we have leveraged our capital, innovative trading strategies, and robust risk management practices to provide liquidity to global financial markets and hedging solutions for commodity producers and users. Our affiliates include two broker-dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making firm, and a growing investment advisory service.Within DV Group, our DV Commodities division focuses on trading in diverse commodities markets such as crude oil, refined products, natural gas, power, emissions, metals, soft commodities, and agriculture. With state-of-the-art technology and a team of skilled traders, DV Commodities is recognized as one of the leading liquidity providers and risk allocators in the energy and commodities sectors, operating over 35 desks with staff in London, New York, Chicago, Houston, and Dubai.Overview:As a Junior Direct Trader, you will collaborate with our direct trading team primarily in a business development role. This position offers the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of the oil and gas industry while establishing a network of trading counterparties. You will learn our trade methodologies and proprietary systems, as well as develop essential business development and sales techniques. Your role will involve reaching out to global counterparties with a focus on Asia and the Middle East, fostering relationships with key decision-makers, and conducting detailed discussions to finalize trading agreements.

About Us:DV Trading is a dynamic proprietary trading firm based in Chicago, with over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry. With a workforce of more than 450 professionals across North America and Europe, we have established ourselves as a key player in the global trading landscape. Since our independence in 2016, we have leveraged our own capital, innovative trading strategies, and advanced risk management techniques to provide unparalleled liquidity and hedging solutions in the commodity markets.As part of the DV Group, our Commodities division specializes in trading a wide array of markets, including crude oil, natural gas, power, metals, and agricultural products. Our commitment to excellence, cutting-edge technology, and a team of skilled traders have positioned us as one of the largest liquidity providers and risk allocators in the industry. To learn more, visit DV Commodities.

About Us:Established over 15 years ago and based in Chicago, DV Trading is a leading independent proprietary trading firm that has rapidly expanded its operations to over 500 staff across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Emerging from a larger brokerage in 2016, we utilize our own capital and innovative trading strategies to deliver liquidity and hedging solutions in the global financial markets. Our diverse portfolio now includes two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market-making entity, and a growing investment advisory service.Position Overview:We are on the lookout for a Global Currency Hedge Trader to effectively manage and optimize the foreign exchange (FX) exposure generated by a substantial global equities trading platform. This critical role involves systematically identifying, modeling, and hedging currency risks that stem from a multi-currency equity portfolio.The selected candidate will be a highly quantitative trader adept at designing and implementing models to dynamically optimize hedge ratios, reduce currency exposure, and manage execution across various global FX markets. Positioned closely to the trading desk, this role entails establishing a systematic framework for managing FX risk associated with global equity flows.Ideal applicants will possess experience from a top proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or bank FX desk and have a strong background in managing institutional-level currency exposures.

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing financial headhunting firm with offices in London and Hong Kong, specializing in private equity recruitment.Our client, a vibrant and innovative headhunting company established just two years ago, has quickly built an impressive client portfolio including industry giants such as Goldman Sachs and Barclays. This presents a unique opportunity to collaborate with leading firms in the financial sector. The youthful nature of the company offers significant prospects for swift career advancement as the team expands, allowing for early leadership opportunities. With a commission-based structure, there is also considerable potential for high earnings. Additional benefits include:Student debt repayment programsUncapped commission potentialGenerous annual leaveThe initial phase of the role focuses on resource management, providing comprehensive insights into market dynamics essential for success. Responsibilities during this phase include:Conducting thorough market researchCreating candidate listsSupporting senior consultantsUpon successful completion of the probationary period, you will transition into a consultant role, expanding your responsibilities from candidate management to direct client engagement. This shift will enhance your exposure to banks and private equity firms, making the role more complex and rewarding as you take on account management duties. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in:A fast-paced work environmentA target-driven cultureCompetitive interactions with colleagues

Exciting Career Opportunities for DV Cleared IT ProfessionalsLocation: United KingdomSector: Information TechnologySecurity Clearance: UK DV Security Clearance RequiredEmployment Type: Permanent and Contract Positions AvailableAt Zaizi, we are seeking skilled professionals with DV clearance to collaborate on significant projects for our Central Government clients. If you possess a DV clearance and a strong technical background, we invite you to reach out for an informal discussion about the exciting opportunities with our clients.Available Roles Include:Software EngineeringSoftware DevelopmentInfrastructure (Architecture, Engineering, Support)DevOps (Architecture, Engineering, Support)Not sure if you meet all the qualifications?Research indicates that women and individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds are less likely to apply for positions unless they meet every requirement. If you are enthusiastic about this role but your experience does not perfectly align with the description, we encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this position or another role at Zaizi.We warmly welcome applications from people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent candidates, parents, caregivers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you require any accommodations during the application process, please do not hesitate to let us know. We are committed to making necessary adjustments for neurodiverse individuals or those with disabilities throughout the interview process.Benefits:Competitive Compensation: Annual salary reviews to align with performance and market standards.Loyalty Pension: We contribute 5% initially, increasing by 0.5% each year after your third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8%.Peace of Mind: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance.Our Purpose & Culture:Make a Real Impact: Engage in mission-critical projects that enhance and secure the UK's digital infrastructure.Empowerment: A culture that encourages decision-making, rapid prototyping, and iterative success.Community Support: We support those who serve with 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service.Work-Life Balance:Generous Time Off: 25 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with options to Buy/Sell additional days.Community Involvement: 2 paid volunteering days per year.

Join Point72, a leading global asset management firm, as a Trader. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for executing trades and managing a portfolio to maximize returns. Your analytical skills and market insights will be key to driving investment strategies and making informed decisions.

Join our dynamic and innovative Portfolio Management team at Statkraft as a Portfolio Structured Trader. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside some of the best professionals in the industry on the UK Power desk.As a Portfolio Structured Trader, you will collaborate with traders and analysts to:Originate structured deals that effectively manage our complex risks (vBESS, vWind, vSolar, vPeakers).Price and evaluate the risk and return on new structured deals.Execute structured transactions, navigating Statkraft’s New Product Process.Collaborate with the Portfolio Management team to manage positions arising from the portfolio, including structured trades.Develop hedging strategies using both vanilla and structured products to mitigate risks within the portfolio.Support the UK power desk by managing market positions together with the traders.Work closely with the quantitative team to drive the development of new tools and enhance existing ones.Create and implement strategies to maximize trading value across our books.Proactively address new and complex challenges as they arise, ensuring timely and effective solutions with the traders.This role provides an exceptional chance to be part of a value-driven team known for its success in managing complex portfolios over many years.

Join Securitas as a Corporate Security Officer, where your primary responsibility will be to maintain the safety and security of our corporate environment. This role requires a dedicated individual with DV Clearance, ensuring the protection of personnel and assets in a dynamic environment.As a key member of our security team, you will utilize your expertise to analyze risks, respond to incidents, and implement security protocols. Your proactive approach will play a crucial role in fortifying our corporate security efforts.

Join our dynamic trading initiative in London as we expand our focus on listed commodities options. This venture is backed by a combination of our internal talent and seasoned external professionals. With a collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit, our team offers an exceptional chance to influence and grow a new trading desk from its inception. Our group marries extensive expertise with diverse trading experiences while valuing innovation, accountability, and cross-functional teamwork. As the desk evolves, you will find ample opportunities to assume greater responsibilities and significantly impact our success.

Join us at Q5 Partners as a Research Analyst Intern, where our internship program serves as the exclusive pathway to a graduate role within our organization. We offer these internships year-round, ensuring you have the opportunity to apply any time. This position is specifically for 2026 graduates, and we kindly ask you to indicate your availability on the application form.Renowned for our expertise in organizational change, Q5 Partners is dedicated to transforming businesses globally. We have structured ourselves to be agile, allowing us to adapt across various sectors and locations, delivering tailored results that meet our clients' unique requirements. We are excited to offer an 8-week internship for graduates within our Consulting team.Role Overview:Our comprehensive internship program is designed to immerse graduates in our business operations, focusing on three core areas: practice management, business development, and project delivery. Interns will gain insights into consultancy functions, learn the essential skills and behaviors expected of a consultant, and understand the methodologies and delivery styles we employ. Each Research Analyst will be paired with a dedicated mentor to guide them through their objectives and assess their progress.Main Objectives:Learn the fundamentals of Business Development, including pipeline principles, proposals, and client presentations.Develop business presentation and research skills.Gain an introduction to Organization Design principles and methodologies.Enhance business writing and analysis capabilities.Explore Organization Development principles and methodologies.Example Activities:Support Partners in various research projects.Collaborate with Consultants to develop innovative presentation tools.Assist in the preparation and customization of workshop materials, client toolkits, and templates.Observe the preparation and execution of sessions.Contribute to the creation of client deliverables.

Join our dynamic trading initiative in London, where we are expanding our focus on listed commodities options. This initiative is fueled by a combination of talented internal team members and seasoned external professionals. In our collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, you have a unique chance to help shape and scale a new desk from its inception. Our team boasts extensive expertise and diverse trading experience, prioritizing innovation, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration. As our desk evolves, you will find increasing opportunities to assume broader responsibilities and significantly contribute to our success.