Trader (North America)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Trader with five or more years of US equity and ETF experience who combines technical excellence with outstanding relationship-building skills and an entrepreneurial mindset. This role will report to the Head of Trading and work closely with the Director, ETF Capital Markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of equity and ETF market structure, execution strategies, and risk management, with additional exposure to fixed income markets. This role requires a disciplined, detail-oriented professional with a change mindset, who can collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across all departments of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Trade cash instruments and derivatives, putting the interests of our clients first.
• Challenge existing processes and preconceptions and put forward new ways of doing things; maintain a keen interest in the development of our trading systems.
• Support and contribute to the long-term strategic vision for the firm’s trading function.
• Undertake continued personal development to meet the Trading team’s CPD program; proactively mentor and train others.
• Deliver best execution and ensure that the Investor’s underlying objectives are implemented in a cost-effective and timely manner.
• Develop and maintain strong communication channels with Investors and other internal stakeholders to ensure an appropriate two-way flow of information.
• Keep Investors up to date with the progress of orders and aware of market information that might inform their broader view of liquidity conditions.
• Maintain close links with trading counterparts to facilitate a high standard of execution and good market communication.
• Take responsibility for all aspects of risk management, ensuring the trading desk continually meets the highest regulatory standards; escalate and help manage any trading-related incidents to protect our clients and the business.
• Maintain up-to-date dealing procedures and adhere to industry and in-house regulations and standards to ensure compliance.
• Be data literate; actively engage in the review of trading analytics, including liquidity analysis, and challenge the status quo.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with brokers, counterparties, market participants, and internal investment teams.
• Act as a proactive partner to investors and colleagues, identifying opportunities to improve execution, workflows, and communication.
• Take ownership of initiatives beyond core trading responsibilities that help strengthen the North American trading function.
• Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial team culture where continuous improvement and innovation are encouraged.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• 5+ years of trading experience, with a focus on U.S. Equities and ETFs.
• Experience trading across different liquidity environments, including large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap securities.
• Strong understanding of equity market structure, order types, algorithmic strategies, and execution analytics.
• Knowledge of fixed income (investment grade, high yield, or rates) and FX trading preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and portfolio construction considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in volatile and fast-moving markets.
• Proficiency with trading systems, EMS/OMS platforms, and Bloomberg.

Skills

• Team Working
• Nurture Relationships
• Storytelling
• Adaptability
• Digital Effectiveness

Pay

The good-faith expected base salary range for this role is $175,000–$225,000 per year, depending on factors including but not limited to the individual’s experience, skills, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off