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Cross-Asset Execution Trader - Selby Jennings

Selby JenningsLondon🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 1 Oct 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to execute trades across diverse global markets within a leading investment management firm, fostering significant career growth and skill development. You'll thrive here if you're a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of market structure and a desire to collaborate closely with portfolio managers and analysts to optimize trading outcomes. Apply now to join a dynamic team and gain invaluable experience in buy-side trading.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
London, United Kingdom
Posted
4 days ago
Reconciliation

Job Description


Execution Trader

Location: London
Industry: Buy-Side Asset Management / Hedge Fund


Overview

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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