Bernstein - Institutional Equity Cash Trader

Societe Generale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale in New York seeks a Sales Trader with strong execution skills and market understanding. You will manage client relationships, execute trades across asset classes, and collaborate with sales and trading teams to deliver best-in-class service.

The role requires multi-asset execution experience, excellent communication under pressure, and proficiency with Bloomberg and EMS/OMS systems. You will contribute to revenue through cross-selling and top-notch client coverage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sales & trading, brokerage, or a similar front-office role
• Strong understanding of market structure, order types, liquidity dynamics, and execution strategies
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear market insights under pressure
• Proficiency with Bloomberg, EMS/OMS systems, and common trading tools
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Responsibilities

• Execute client orders across relevant asset classes with accuracy and market awareness
• Provide real-time market color, flows, and trading ideas to institutional clients
• Maintain and deepen relationships with hedge funds, asset managers, and other institutional accounts
• Work closely with trading desks to match client interests with liquidity and market opportunities
• Monitor market developments, economic data, and sector trends that impact client portfolios
• Assist in onboarding new clients and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support the desk with daily reporting, trade capture, and operational follow-through
• Contribute to revenue generation by identifying cross-selling opportunities across the platform

Skills

Market knowledge

Execution skills

Client relationships

Under pressure communication

Multitasking

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

EMS/OMS

Trading platforms

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated Sales Trader with a strong understanding of financial markets and proven execution skills. The ideal candidate can manage client relationships, execute trades efficiently, and work collaboratively with both sales and trading teams to drive revenue and deliver best‑in‑class service.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute client orders across relevant asset classes with accuracy and market awareness
• Provide real‑time market color, flows, and trading ideas to institutional clients
• Maintain and deepen relationships with hedge funds, asset managers, and other institutional accounts
• Work closely with trading desks to match client interests with liquidity and market opportunities
• Monitor market developments, economic data, and sector trends that impact client portfolios
• Assist in onboarding new clients and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
• Support the desk with daily reporting, trade capture, and operational follow‑through
• Contribute to revenue generation by identifying cross‑selling opportunities across the platform

Qualifications

Profile required

• Minimum 3 years of experience in sales & trading, brokerage, or a similar front‑office role
• Strong understanding of market structure, order types, liquidity dynamics, and execution strategies
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear market insights under pressure
• Proficiency with Bloomberg, EMS/OMS systems, and common trading tools
• Demonstrated ability to multitask in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment
• Existing institutional client relationships a strong plus

Business insight

Bernstein is widely recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with a trading platform that spans the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are sought out by leading investment managers around the world, and we have a long history of our research receiving #1 rankings for overall quality and industry knowledge.

Research is our legacy and foundation. Our brand is defined by our Blackbooks, renowned for their in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. Our Research Analysts are thought leaders who typically have many years of direct experience in the industries they cover. Our reputation is for the very highest caliber of disciplined investment and industry analysis.

In 2019 Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a highly regarded global financial services independent research firm. This acquisition further strengthened us as the preeminent provider of the highest-quality research to our clients worldwide.

On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announced the official launch of Bernstein, a new joint venture expanding our global cash equities and equity research business. Clients now have unparalleled equity liquidity access and a full range of integrated services, leveraging Bernstein’s cash equities and research capabilities and Societe Generale’sequity derivatives, prime services and equity capital markets offering.