2025 - Equities Sales Associate - London | London, UK

Piper Sandler Companies; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative investment bank as an Equities Sales Associate in London. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with institutional clients and hedge funds, leveraging your expertise in U.S. equities markets. You will generate insightful market commentary, develop strategic client relationships, and collaborate with a talented team across multiple regions. If you are a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and client engagement, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a forward-thinking firm that values diversity and high performance.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in a similar role with a proven track record.
• Strong client onboarding skills and excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with institutional clients and hedge funds.
• Generate investment ideas and market commentary using research platforms.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

U.S. Equities Market Knowledge

Communication Skills

Time Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

2025 - Equities Sales Associate - London

Piper Sandler Companies London, United Kingdom

Equities Sales Associate - London

Our mission is to recruit, develop, retain, and engage a diverse, high-performing team. Our business enables bright, committed people working in partnership within an environment that allows each person to achieve at a high level.

We are looking for an experienced associate to join our Equity Sales team within the Global Institutional Equities Business in London.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

1. Initiate, develop, and maintain relationships with institutional clients and hedge funds in the U.K., with valued experience in Ireland, Scandinavia, Europe, and the Middle East.
2. Generate investment ideas and market commentary using Piper Sandler's research platform, and present these ideas internally and to clients.
3. Prepare daily U.S. Equity Summary & Early Morning Notes.
4. Open new accounts, collaborate with senior colleagues to increase client engagement and monetise Piper Sandler's resources.
5. Schedule meetings, dinners, and events for clients proactively.
6. Update and maintain the CRM database with client interactions to manage and monetise engagement.
7. Collaborate with sales-traders across London, Switzerland, Paris, and the U.S.
8. Manage sales interaction reporting (MiFID) and ensure compliance with monthly deadlines.
9. Perform administrative tasks supporting the team.
10. Assist the Regional Head of Sales as needed.

Required and Preferred Qualities and Qualifications

1. Experience in U.S. equities markets; hedge fund experience is a plus.
2. 1-4 years in a similar role with a proven track record.
3. Ability to develop and maintain client relationships and identify growth opportunities in the U.K.
4. Proactive, collaborative, detail-oriented team player with excellent communication skills.
5. Ability to influence stakeholder interests and operate strategically for business growth.
6. Strong client onboarding skills, excellent time management, and confident communication.
7. Language Skills: Mandatory - English; Desirable - German, Italian, Scandinavian languages.

Piper Sandler is a leading US investment bank with top-ranked equity research and a strong presence in Europe, including upcoming expansion in Paris.