Buy-Side Equities Trader — Chicago | Execution Focus

The Equus Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Equus Group, a Chicago-based investment management firm, is seeking a Buy-Side Equities Trader to join its focused investment team. The role involves executing equity trades across domestic and international markets, collaborating with portfolio managers to implement strategies and optimize execution quality.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of equity trading experience on the buy-side, solid market knowledge, and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to trade execution in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in equities trading within a buy-side investment firm, hedge fund, asset manager, or comparable financial institution.
• Strong understanding of equity markets, market structure, order types, and execution strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to execute trades efficiently while balancing liquidity, timing, and market impact.
• Familiarity with electronic trading platforms, order management systems, and market data tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute equity trades across domestic and international markets, with a focus on execution quality and minimizing market impact.
• Partner with portfolio managers and investment teams to implement investment strategies and manage trading activity.
• Monitor market conditions, liquidity, volatility, and order flow to identify optimal execution opportunities.
• Evaluate execution performance, transaction costs, and market impact to continuously improve trading outcomes.
• Maintain strong relationships with sell-side trading desks, brokers, and other market participants.
• Leverage trading systems, market data, and analytical tools to support informed execution decisions.
• Monitor trade allocations, confirmations, and related operational processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with firm policies.
• Stay informed on market developments, trading technologies, and evolving execution strategies.

Skills

Equities trading

Buy-side experience

Market knowledge

Execution risk management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related

Tools

Electronic trading platforms

Order management systems

Market data tools

Job description

The Equus Group, a Chicago-based investment management firm, is seeking a Buy-Side Equities Trader to join its focused investment team. The role involves executing equity trades across domestic and international markets, collaborating with portfolio managers to implement strategies and optimize execution quality.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of equity trading experience on the buy-side, solid market knowledge, and a disciplined, detail-oriented approach to trade execution in a fast-paced