Trader Risk Specialist

Topsteptrader

United States, United States
Base: $65,000-$75,000; bonus: performance-based bo...
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Futures market knowledge
Risk parameter enforcement
Trading investigations
** Topstep is seeking a Trader Risk Specialist to support its Risk Department by monitoring funded accounts, conducting trading investigations, and enforcing risk parameters. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in trading or financial services, particularly in futures markets, and possess strong analytical skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Trader Risk Specialist supports the Risk Department across simulated and live futures environments by executing escalation protocols, conducting trading investigations, and enforcing risk parameters to protect firm capital.
  • Key responsibilities include monitoring live funded accounts, conducting trading investigations, analyzing trader data, and educating traders on rules via phone and chat.
  • The company offers a collaborative remote or hybrid work environment, competitive benefits including 401(k) matching and health insurance, and encourages vacations with a bonus.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Topstep is seeking a Trader Risk Specialist to support its Risk Department by monitoring funded accounts, conducting trading investigations, and enforcing risk parameters. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in trading or financial services, particularly in futures markets, and possess strong analytical skills. **

Salary

Base: $65,000-$75,000; Bonus: Performance-based bonus; Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • futures market knowledge
  • risk parameter enforcement
  • trading investigations
  • data analysis
  • trader engagement
  • margin mechanics
  • Excel or Google Sheets proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • critical thinking
  • decisive action
  • time pressure composure
  • enterprise-grade risk system development

Key Requirements

  • 3+ years professional experience in trading or financial services
  • Advanced futures market knowledge
  • Experience with professional financial institutions, FCMs, or trading platforms
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel/Google Sheets
  • Strong accountability, integrity, and ethics
  • Self-motivated and time-sensitive decision-making
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Willingness to support outside standard business hours

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