Jr. Equity Trader

About the role

The Trading team at Soros Fund Management LLC (SFM) is seeking a Junior Equities Trader who can execute trades, monitor market conditions, collaborate with various teams, and enhance trading workflows.

Responsibilities

• Execute trades across U.S. equity markets in line with Portfolio Manager direction, internal guidelines, and best execution standards.
• Monitor market conditions, liquidity, and pricing to support efficient and timely trade execution.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers, Analysts, Risk, Operations, Compliance, and Technology to support the full trade lifecycle.
• Identify opportunities to enhance trading workflows, controls, and overall operational efficiency.
• Assist in developing and refining trading procedures, reporting, and execution processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers and counterparties, contributing to ongoing evaluation and partnership management.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in equities trading, either on the buy-side or sell-side, with strong knowledge of U.S. equity markets and market structure.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with brokers and counterparties; existing network is a plus.
• Experience working in a fast-paced trading environment, supporting multiple Portfolio Managers with a high degree of accuracy and responsiveness.
• Strong understanding of trade execution, liquidity dynamics, and best execution practices.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams including Risk, Operations, Compliance, and Technology.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Knowledge of financial instruments and market dynamics.
• Experience with trading platforms and systems.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Benefits

SFM offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The base salary for this role is between $125,000 - $140,000, with the possibility of a discretionary year-end bonus.

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in New York City.