Getting a trading job with a criminal record - possible?

[Chicago_CTA]

Quote from theguest666:

I have an Ivy League degree but I've got some misdemeanors on my rap sheet.. like getting arrested and fined for possession of marijuana, solicitation of a prostitute, and unauthorized access of WiFi networks within the last 3 years. I've also been trading fairly successfully myself.

If I apply to a prop firm, will my criminal record pose a significant deterrence to being hired? Sorry, I can't give too many details of my background here.

You should seek a position in the Obama administration. You'll fit right in.


EDIT:

But on the rizzie, it may or may not deter potential employers. Good luck to you in your search. I think it would be important how personable you are and how many mitigating circumstances exist (i.e., I was a little rowdy as a youth but am reformed now, etc.).

I have a good buddy who got into a major brokerage firm here in Chicago and he has a few alcohol arrests on the books. Very nice young man, though. There were extenuating circumstances and he sold himself well.

GL!