Director of Futures Execution Sales & Algorithmic Trading

Bestex Research; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

BestEx Research is seeking a Director of Sales to originate and develop new client relationships across futures, exchange-traded derivatives, and electronic trading desks. You will manage a robust sales pipeline and leverage industry relationships to identify opportunities, closing new business with institutional clients.

You should bring 7+ years in institutional sales, a background in algorithmic execution, and the ability to interact credibly with senior traders and QMs.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in institutional sales within futures or exchange-traded derivatives.
• Proven background in selling to institutional clients and navigating complex sales cycles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior traders and executives.
• Existing network of buy-side/sell-side or prop trading relationships is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Originate, develop, and close new client relationships across futures, exchange-traded derivatives, and electronic trading desks.
• Build and manage a robust sales pipeline from lead generation through contract execution.
• Leverage existing industry relationships while proactively identifying new opportunities.
• Partner with research and product teams to articulate BestEx's value around execution quality, algorithmic performance, and market structure.

Skills

Institutional sales

Derivatives sales

Algorithmic execution

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

BestEx Research is seeking a Director of Sales to originate and develop new client relationships across futures, exchange-traded derivatives, and electronic trading desks. You will manage a robust sales pipeline and leverage industry relationships to identify opportunities, closing new business with institutional clients.

You should bring 7+ years in institutional sales, a background in algorithmic execution, and the ability to interact credibly with senior traders and QMs.