Electronic Sales Trader, Associate (London)

RBC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking an Associate in Equities Electronic Trading in London. The role involves understanding the Global Equities business and supporting clients through electronic trading practices. Candidates should possess strong financial acumen and communication skills, with a degree in a related field. This full-time position offers comprehensive rewards including a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Supportive leadership

World-class training program

Opportunities for personal growth

Qualifications

• Strong financial knowledge background.
• General understanding of relevant technology.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Personable and confident interacting with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Basic programming skills understanding.

Responsibilities

• Gain a good understanding of the Global Equities business.
• Support electronic order flow and educate clients.
• Business development with European-based clients.
• Assist with new technologies evaluation.
• Participate in Electronic Trading product development.

Skills

Adaptability

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Detail-Oriented

Financial Engineering

Financial Statement Analysis

Investments Analysis

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Higher Education in finance/economics (nice to have)

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

An exciting opportunity to join as a Associate and work as part of the Equities Electronic Trading into Global Equities in London.

What will you do?

• Gain a good understanding of the Global Equities business
• Undertake and pass all required regulatory and exchange exams and registrations.
• Daily coverage of clients to support electronic order flow and further educate them on best practices when using RBC algorithms.
• Business development with prospective and existing European-based clients.
• Help with evaluation and integration of new technologies.
• Guidance and participation in the development of the Electronic Trading product.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Strong financial knowledge background
• General understanding of relevant technology
• Ability to work under pressure
• Personable and confident interacting with others (internal employees and external clients)
• Strong communication skills
• Understanding of basic computer software.
• A technical/logical mindset.
• Understanding of basic programming skills

Nice to have

• Higher Education with a slant towards finance/economics

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services

Job Skills

Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Financial Engineering, Financial Statement Analysis, Investments Analysis, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Teamwork

Additional Job Details

Address: 100 BISHOPSGATE:LONDON

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Work hours/week: 35

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-12

Application Deadline: 2025-12-26

Note

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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