Director, Equity Trader

iA Financial Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Canada is seeking a Director of Equity Trading. This key role involves managing equity transactions, collaborating with portfolio managers, and conducting market analyses. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, ensuring the company maintains a competitive edge in trading.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in trading equity products.
• Proficiency in French is an asset.
• Experience trading in FX/Futures/FI/Credit is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and execute timely transactions in equities and derivatives.
• Collaborate and share market insights with the investment team.
• Conduct thorough analysis of market data to inform trading algorithms.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Teamwork

Coding in Python

Coding in SQL

Coding in VBA

Knowledge of Bloomberg

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree or CFA preferred

Job description

Job Description

About iAGAM:

Would you like to join one of Canada's leading portfolio managers? iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is the place to take your career to new heights in a high-performance work environment. Our passionate teams are dedicated every day to ensuring that iAGAM is among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. iAGAM employs over 100 seasoned investment professionals and has over $130 billion in assets under management. It manages portfolios of general funds, segregated funds and mutual funds for iA Financial Group.

The Vice President, Head of Global Trading is seeking a Director, Equity Trading to join the trading team. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to our team and located in our Toronto, Montreal or Quebec City offices.

Who you’ll work with:

• The equity trading team collaborates closely with various portfolio managers, analysts, and other teams across the organization (legal, operations, compliance)

• The individual will report directly to the Global Head of Trading, work closely with other equity traders, and traders in other asset classes

Key duties and responsibilities:

• Monitor and execute timely and reliable transactions in equities, equity derivatives, futures and FX

• Support trading team in order management and operational processes

• Collaborate and share market insights with the investment team in a timely manner

• Coordinate with various departments such as Accounting, Legal and Operations

• Conduct thorough analysis of market data, trends, and performance metrics to inform the use of automated trading algorithms

• Monitor and maintain automated trading systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with regulatory requirements

• Foster relationships with our counterparties to ensure optimal access to liquidity

• Assist in the development of junior traders

• Support process enhancements, including pre/post trade analytics, TCA

Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (advanced degree or CFA preferred)

• Minimum 7 years experience of trading equity products

• Knowledge of Bloomberg and other trading tools

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English

• Capable of thriving under pressure, managing multiple tasks, and upholding attention to detail

• Effective teamwork abilities

• Coding in Python, SQL, VBA is an asset

• Experience Trading in FX/Futures/FI/Credit is an asset

• Proficiency in French is an asset

Location(s) Toronto, Ontario Other Possible Location(s) Montreal, Quebec, Québec, Québec
Company Industrial Alliance Investment Management Inc. Posting End Date 2025-06-23 Company Overview

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

* iA Financial group includes of the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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