Role Summary
We are looking for an Execution Sales Trader to cover European and US equity markets in a front-office, desk-based role with flexible coverage across trading hours. The role is focused on DMA execution support, including real-time monitoring of order flow, FIX connectivity, routing, and OMS/EMS and algorithmic execution workflows, while also handling a subset of client orders that require high-touch execution and judgement. Working closely with brokers, technology, risk, and compliance teams, the position ensures stable market access, strong controls, and high execution standards, with scope to develop into a broader execution and flow-trading role as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities
DMA & Real-Time Execution Support
- Provide real-time, desk-based support, actively monitoring European and US electronic order flow throughout the trading session.
- Ensure continuity and stability of DMA connectivity, routing configurations, and exchange access.
- Configure and support FIX order, execution, and drop-copy sessions.
- Diagnose and resolve issues such as rejects, connectivity interruptions, or latency anomalies incoordination with brokers and venues.
High-Touch Execution
- Handle selected European and US equity orders requiring manual oversight or execution discretion.
- Provide intraday liquidity insight, execution strategy considerations, and market colour.
- Coordinate with brokers, venues, and dark/auction mechanisms to support best execution.
OMS/EMS & Platforms
- Configure and maintain OMS/EMS workflows, routing tables, user profiles, and execution paths.
- Work with platforms including Bloomberg EMSX/TOMS and Trafix.
- Support UAT cycles, system upgrades, and production release testing.
Algorithmic Execution
- Test and validate execution algorithms (VWAP, TWAP, POV, liquidity-seeking).
- Monitor algorithm performance, venue selection, and routing logic during live trading.
- Identify and escalate anomalies such as unexpected slippage or routing deviations.
Risk & Controls (in close cooperation with Risk team)
- Configure and maintain pre-trade risk checks (max order size, price collars, credit limits, restricted lists).
- Participate in market access testing, exchange certification, and periodic control reviews.
- Ensure adherence to SEC, FINRA, exchange rules, and FCA compliance standards.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Investigate and escalate execution anomalies or system irregularities.
- Work with Technology, brokers, and vendors to resolve issues efficiently.
- Produce execution metrics, incident reports, and performance analytics.
Client Onboarding Facilitation
- Support the onboarding team in coordinating new client setups and ensuring a seamless end-to-end process.
- Facilitate communication between front office, compliance, and operations to ensure timely completion of onboarding requirements.
- Assist in collecting and submitting required client documentation and public record materials.
Risk & Compliance Adherence
- Ensure trading activities comply with internal risk limits, regulatory guidelines, and compliance standards while promoting good customer outcomes.
- Identify, analyse, and escalate potential operational or market risks, proposing solutions to mitigate exposure.
- Collaborate with risk and compliance teams to ensure trades and positions meet applicable risk policies and frameworks.
Qualification & Experience
- Experience in equity execution trading, execution sales, or DMA support, covering both European and US markets.
- Strong understanding of DMA workflows, electronic order flow monitoring, and FIX connectivity.
- Hands-on experience with OMS/EMS platforms such as Bloomberg EMSX/TOMS, Trafix, or comparable systems.
- Familiarity with algorithmic execution strategies and how orders are routed across exchanges, dark pools, and auction mechanisms.
- Working knowledge of pre-trade risk controls and relevant regulatory frameworks, including FCA, SEC, and exchange rules.
- Ability to handle high-touch orders alongside electronic execution in a fast-paced trading environment.
- Clear communication skills and flexibility to rotate between European and US trading hours.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to jobs-trading@gbmsecurities.com
