Sales Trading (Fixed Income) & Fund Capital Raising

The Opportunity Hub UK; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent financial services firm in London seeks a Sales Trader specializing in fixed income and illiquid assets. Responsibilities include executing trades, managing client relationships, and identifying fundraising opportunities. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of relevant experience, a strong financial network, and exceptional communication skills. A competitive salary starting from £100k+ along with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £100k+

Dynamic and collaborative environment

Access to cutting-edge technology

Potential for career advancement

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in sales trading within the fixed income market.
• Ability to articulate complex investment concepts effectively.

Responsibilities

• Executing sales trades in the fixed income market.
• Maintaining relationships with institutional clients and investors.
• Identifying opportunities for fund capital raising.
• Collaborating with internal teams for advisory services.
• Providing market insights to clients.

Skills

Sales trading experience

Strong network in finance

Excellent communication skills

Strategic mindset

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Education

Relevant industry certifications

Job description

Overview

Sales Trading (Fixed Income) & Fund Capital Raising Role – London. We represent an innovative firm specialising in illiquid markets, serving institutional, professional, and high net worth investors. This firm offers ingenious solutions to effectively price and trade illiquid assets, including distressed debt and credit securities.

Here's what you'll be doing:

Responsibilities

• Executing sales trades in the fixed income market, focusing on illiquid assets such as distressed debt and credit securities.
• Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with institutional clients, professional investors, and high net worth individuals to facilitate sales trading activities.
• Identifying opportunities for fund capital raising and pitching investment strategies to prospective clients.
• Collaborating with internal teams to provide advisory services on trading, settlement, and corporate restructuring within illiquid and distressed markets.
• Providing market insights and analysis to clients, guiding them on investment decisions and portfolio management strategies.
• Staying abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry developments to enhance client service and drive business growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in sales trading within the fixed income market, with a focus on illiquid assets, preferably 3-5 years in finance.
• Strong network of institutional clients, professional investors, and high net worth individuals within the financial services industry.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex investment concepts and strategies effectively.
• Strategic mindset and business acumen, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements related to sales trading and fund capital raising activities.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CFA, Series 7, Series 63) preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £100k+, commensurate with experience and performance.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with a best-in-class team of professionals.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to support your sales trading and fund capital raising activities.
• Potential for career advancement and professional development within a leading independent financial services boutique.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, pension scheme, and performance-related bonuses.

Work permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.