McVean Trading and Investments, LLC is a futures commission merchant based in Memphis, Tennessee founded in 1986 and specializing in the livestock, grain, and financial markets, both domestically and internationally.
Our staff of over 80 employees and associated persons includes professional traders, analysts, and support staff that currently serve over 2,200 accounts with equity in excess of $396 million (April 31, 2024). As a commodities investment firm, we emphasize that the risks involved in investing in commodity futures are substantial; only speculative capital should be invested. Most accounts are managed under a "discretionary" agreement wherein your trader exercises trading control. Each trader independently establishes his/her own investment requirements. McVean Trading's differentiating factors include proprietary research, specialization in agricultural and livestock markets, years of trading expertise, professional money management, and investment portfolio diversification.
We are looking for a talented professional to join our team as a Trade Operations Specialist. This position will in office M-F at our Headquarters in East Memphis.
Job Description
Maintain up to date spreadsheets for accounts including futures positions, rate of return and other account information
Electronically input trades through the direction of assigned Traders
Allocate trades for Commodity Trading Advisors
Monitor position limits and risk for Traders and Accounts
Perform additional business related duties as needed
Job Requirements
Bachelors Degree is required. (Finance Degree is preferred but not required)
Strong Computer Skills including Excel
Good Communicator
Ability to handle multiple task in a fast paced environment
Will be required to obtain Series 3 (National Commodities Future Exam)