Senior Chinese Commodities Trader

Full Timesenior

Chicago, Illinois, United StatesPosted 5 weeks ago

Role Overview

Transmarketgroup is hiring a Senior Chinese Commodities Trader. This is a full-time role in Chicago, Illinois. Part of Transmarketgroup's Trading hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Senior-level Trading roles is $175k-$250k (based on 14 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1980 as Aardvark Financial, TransMarket Group (TMG) is a privately held global markets proprietary trading firm in Chicago. We use next-generation technology to capture opportunities around the world and manage risk in financial markets. Our mission is to bless others through the services we provide and through the generous stewardship of the wealth we create.

TMG is a well-established and profitable business as a respected member of the global financial system for over 40 years, but also is like a startup because the potential of our group is at least one order of magnitude greater than what we are currently producing. We have an entrepreneurial culture and collaboratively develop our business with patience and discipline; we work hard, learn constantly, and relentlessly improve our expertise.

Description

Our Quantitative Traders are passionate about improving the global economy by facilitating risk transfer and restoring order to prices. At TransMarket Group you will be called on to work with teammates to eliminate inefficiencies and manage risk in the world’s financial markets. Our Senior Traders benefit from the resources and scale that our group can provide with its strong team and robust capital base to grow your effective trading strategy to the next level. The ideal candidate will have proven success and discipline in their trading strategies, a niche expertise, and excellent risk assessment and management.

Responsibilities

Utilize expertise in relative value market fundamentals, quantitative modeling, and risk management in the Chinese commodities space
Build and maintain quantitative model tools and analytics
Manage real-time execution of trading system
Collaborate with Senior Traders and Junior Traders to contribute to learnings and strategies
Mentor Junior Traders and promote their learning on the desk

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of experience trading Chinese Commodities and pertinent industry experience
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Financial Engineering, Statistics, Math, Computer Science or equivalent
Strong understanding of the Chinese futures market structure
Demonstrated passion for financial markets, finance, and trading
Deep understanding of finance, math, and statistics
Attention to detail and the ability to make sound judgments under pressure
Strong work ethic and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
A strategy that is currently and consistently profitable; we are open to all markets and asset classes ranging from physical to electronic in any part of the world
This position requires physical presence and is onsite at our office in Chicago, IL.

Benefits

We offer one of the most generous profit sharing programs in the industry because we believe our employees should be able to take part in our rapid growth and success. We are proud to offer more world-class benefits for our full-time employees and their families.

TransMarket Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Senior Chinese Commodities Trader position at Transmarketgroup?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Transmarketgroup. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Senior Chinese Commodities Trader position at Transmarketgroup located?

This position is based in Chicago, Illinois. Transmarketgroup has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Senior Chinese Commodities Trader at Transmarketgroup earn?

Transmarketgroup has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Senior Chinese Commodities Trader role at Transmarketgroup posted?

This role was posted on June 2, 2026 (37 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

How much experience does the Senior Chinese Commodities Trader role at Transmarketgroup require?

This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Transmarketgroup lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.