Location: LondonIndustry: Buy-Side Asset Management / Hedge Fund
Location: LondonIndustry: Buy-Side Asset Management / Hedge Fund
Overview
Execution Trader
We are partnering with a leading investment management firm seeking an Execution Trader to join its London-based trading team. This role offers broad exposure across global markets and investment strategies, working closely with Portfolio Managers, Analysts, and Operations teams to ensure efficient trade execution and best-in-class market access.
Key Responsibilities
Execute trades across equities, ETFs, futures, options and other listed instruments.
Manage orders throughout the trade lifecycle, ensuring accurate and timely execution.
Work closely with Portfolio Managers to implement investment decisions and optimise trading outcomes.
Monitor market conditions, liquidity, and trading costs to achieve best execution.
Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, counterparties, and liquidity providers.
Utilise trading and analytics platforms to monitor execution quality and identify areas for improvement.
Support trade allocation, reconciliation, and post-trade processes alongside Operations teams.
Stay informed on market structure developments, regulatory changes, and execution best practices.
Requirements
3+ years of experience within Execution Trading, Sales Trading, or a related buy-side trading function.
Strong understanding of market structure, liquidity, and execution strategies.
Experience trading across multiple asset classes is advantageous.
Familiarity with Bloomberg EMSX, Tradeweb, Fidessa, FlexTrade, Enfusion or similar platforms.
Strong attention to detail and risk awareness.
Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with investment teams and external counterparties.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Ideal Candidate
Previous buy-side experience preferred.
Strong commercial mindset with a genuine interest in financial markets.
Comfortable interacting with senior investment professionals.
Proactive, analytical, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
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