CIBC is seeking an experienced Equity Derivatives Trader to join our US Equity Derivatives Team in New York. This is a client-facing market making role, responsible for providing liquidity, pricing, and risk management in US-listed single stock options.
What You'll Do
- Provide continuous, competitive two-way pricing in US single stock options for institutional clients.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, responding to inquiries and facilitating complex options trades.
- Manage and hedge the desk’s risk exposures in real time, optimizing risk-adjusted returns within established limits.
- Execute trades efficiently, ensuring best execution and adherence to regulatory and internal guidelines.
- Work closely with sales, structuring, research, and technology teams to deliver tailored solutions and market insights to clients.
- Stay current on market trends, regulatory developments, and product innovations in the US equity derivatives space.
- Monitor and report daily P&L, risk metrics, and position exposures to desk management.
- Ensure all trading activity is in full compliance with relevant regulations and internal risk controls.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
- 2–7 years of sell side experience trading US single stock options, ideally in a market making or client-facing role.
- In-depth knowledge of options pricing models, volatility surfaces, and risk management.
- Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
- Proficiency with electronic trading platforms and analytical tools (e.g., Bloomberg, Excel, Python).
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated track record in managing risk and generating P&L.
- Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with market making technology is a plus.
Technical Stack
- Bloomberg
- Excel
- Python
Team & Environment
You will be joining CIBC's US Equity Derivatives Team.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $150,000-$225,000 for the New York, NY market.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave, and Vacation)
- Holidays
- 401(k)
- Special perks and banking benefits
- Competitive salary and incentive pay
- Wellbeing support
- MomentMakers recognition program
- Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development
At CIBC, we’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck. CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong.


