Senior Equity Derivatives Trader, Global Markets (London)

Temasek; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment firm in London is seeking a detail-oriented trader focused on equities and derivatives. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of trading experience, strong knowledge of equity derivatives, and a passion for operational excellence. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on leveraging technology and enhancing efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of trading experience, especially in equity derivatives.
• Strong understanding of pricing and market microstructure in equity markets.
• Proactive and collaborative mindset operating in multi-time-zone environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage positions in cash equities and equity derivatives.
• Structure OTC derivative solutions aligned with investment objectives.
• Deliver best execution and gather market intelligence.

Skills

Deep knowledge of equity derivatives

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Programming familiarity (Excel/VBA/Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Execution management systems

Job description

A leading global investment firm in London is seeking a detail-oriented trader focused on equities and derivatives. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of trading experience, strong knowledge of equity derivatives, and a passion for operational excellence. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on leveraging technology and enhancing efficiency.