IMC Trading
IMC is a proprietary trading firm and market maker in various products listed on exchanges globally.
Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
Hybrid

Graduate Trader 2024/2025 - Expression of Interest

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IMC is a fast, dynamic environment where you're trusted to make decisions from day one. We trade a wide range of financial instruments in many ways. This means we look for different types of traders, from the quantitative minds who enjoy the mathematical side of trading to those who want more of the fast-paced, hands-on style of trading and have a higher appetite for risk.
Our traders all share one thing in common-they are at their best when solving complex problems. Their insights into global events, market shifts and pricing ensure that we always trade in the right place at the right time.
Your IMC journey will begin with a seven-week global trading traineeship led by our seasoned traders and engineers, during which you'll meet graduates from Sydney, Amsterdam and Chicago. You'll then continue your training in your local office for two months. During your training, we'll work closely with you, monitoring your skills, performance and preferences to help you find the trading career that is right for you.
Where you go from here is up to you-we'll help you carve out your own niche as you tackle new challenges and explore exciting opportunities in our markets. And you'll gain real recognition for your ideas and successes along the way.
Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Start with a seven-week international traineeship in one of our global offices.
  • Become familiar with the different areas of our business while being trained by some of the world's best traders and engineers.
  • Solve complex problems and make decisions that will have a direct impact on the company's trading profits.
  • Develop, maintain and improve trading models, algorithms and systems.
  • Manage the execution and risk of complex trading portfolios.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with our Developers and Engineers to understand and improve technical infrastructure.
  • Research new market opportunities.
  • Have a real-time connection to the world economy and gain the knowledge to act on it.


As a result, you will receive:

  • Support from a mentor specifically chosen to work with you and guide you through each step of your traineeship and onboarding process.
  • Structured training, coaching and professional development opportunities.
  • An environment where creativity, teamwork and innovation are recognised and rewarded.
  • The chance to travel the world and work in our offices across Europe, North America and Asia Pacific.
  • An inspiring and vibrant work environment in the new Quay Quarter Towers overlooking Sydney Harbour-recently named " the world's best building ."
  • Weekly social activities, regular team events and an annual company getaway.
  • In-house chef providing breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.
  • In-house barista providing tea, coffee and refreshments.
  • Complimentary weekly fitness classes and subsidised health and wellbeing programs.
  • Paid volunteer leave to give back to causes that are important to you.
  • Generous relocation package if you're not from Sydney.


Your Skills and Experience:

  • An academic background in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Actuaries, Finance or Economics with a minimum Distinction average or equivalent.
  • Strong analytical skills and desire to solve complex problems.
  • A competitive drive to win and thrive in a team environment.
  • An inquisitive mind, self-sufficiency and resilience.
  • The ability to make decisions in uncertainty and remain focused under pressure.
  • A genuine passion for financial markets (no prior knowledge or experience is required).
  • The ability to commence in either February or August 2024.


About Us
IMC is a leading trading firm, known worldwide for our advanced, low-latency technology and world-class execution capabilities. Over the past 30 years, we've been a stabilizing force in the financial markets - providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on. Across offices in the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit, exceptional culture, and commitment to giving back. It's a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities, year after year. From entering dynamic new markets, to developing a state-of-the-art research environment and diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen.

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What are IMC Trading Perks + Benefits

IMC Trading Benefits Overview

At IMC, we believe in taking care of our people. But don’t just take our word for it, here’s a look at some of the perks you can expect when you work at IMC Chicago:

GO GLOBAL: With IMC, your success can take you around the world — or at the very least to our offices in
Chicago, Sydney, London, Hong Kong, Seoul, New York, Zug, and Mumbai.

FOOD'S ON US: We’ve got your lunches covered! Available daily, in addition to stocked kitchens. Choose from a variety of different restaurants each weekday – your meal is delivered to the office.

PLAN AHEAD: We’ll match your 401K contributions dollar-for-dollar, up to 4% of your base salary.

PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES: Commuting is a part of life in Chicago, so we cover up to $130 per month toward public transportation or a discounted parking garage.

GET COVERED: Your well-being is our priority. Medical, dental, and vision premiums are covered 100% for you and your dependents. We also cover 100% of Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance premiums. Additionally, our paid parental leave policy offers 16 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers, and 15 paid days for non-primary caregivers.

GIVE BACK: The IMC Foundation supports non-profits around the world, as well as the causes that matter to you. We’ll match your donations and support your community service.

SWEAT IT OUT: We’ll reimburse you for gym or fitness studio memberships, workout apps, and race registrations so you can stay active in ways that motivate you. In the event you overdo it, take advantage of our free, 20-minute on-site massages.

SPECIAL EVENTS: At IMC we celebrate with events such as concerts, a summer family BBQ,  Cubs games, our annual holiday party, sports teams, and cross-team dinners…just to name a few! We also come together for our annual IMC Weekend Away – an all-inclusive trip where you and your colleagues can relax and have fun together at a fantastic vacation destination.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Employee awards
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
IMC's team fitness initiatives include sponsored race teams as well as virtual/in-person fitness sessions including Barre, Yoga, HIIT, Meditation and more!
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Restricted work hours
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Fertility benefits
Vacation + Time Off
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
IMC hosts a company weekend trip each year.
Free daily meals
We provide free breakfast and lunch every day.
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
IMC also provides Happy Hour meals weekly, in addition to daily breakfast and lunch.
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Meditation space
Mother's room
Onsite gym
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications
Personal development training
Virtual coaching services
Apprenticeship programs

Additional Perks + Benefits

We strive to update and adjust our perks in alignment with what our employees value! We keep a consistent pulse on our offerings, and are always willing to listen to IMCers' suggestions on how to improve our workplace.

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