Equity Sales Trader

Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland Ltd in New York is seeking an Equity Sales Trader for our fast‑paced, client‑focused trading desk. You will work with portfolio managers and senior traders to source liquidity, execute orders across exchanges and ATSs, and contribute to best‑execution initiatives.

The role requires 2–5 years in equity trading, proficiency with Bloomberg EMSX and other platforms, and strong communication under pressure; Series 7/63 preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in equity trading, sales trading, or execution services.
• Strong understanding of U.S. equity market structure and electronic trading venues.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg EMSX and other electronic execution platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑moving trading environment.
• Series 7 and 63 licenses preferred; willingness to obtain Series 57 if needed.
• Experience working with institutional clients such as hedge funds or asset managers.
• Familiarity with algorithmic trading, execution analytics, and transaction cost analysis.
• Knowledge of listed options and multi‑asset trading is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute U.S. equity orders across exchanges, ATSs, and electronic venues.
• Develop execution strategies and source liquidity with senior traders.
• Monitor market activity and provide real‑time trading updates and market color.
• Coordinate with sales, operations, compliance, and counterparties for seamless trade flow.
• Analyze execution quality and support best‑execution and TCA initiatives.
• Assist in broker evaluations, algorithm reviews, and transaction cost analysis.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of market structure, regulatory changes, and trading technology.
• Manage electronic workflows using Bloomberg EMSX, Fidessa, Redi, Eze, or similar platforms.
• Communicate trade ideas and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Equity trading experience

Sales trading

Execution services

Bloomberg EMSX

Financial markets analysis

Communication skills

Trading platforms

Series 7/63 licenses

Hedge funds / asset managers

Tools

Bloomberg EMSX

Fidessa

REDI

Eze

Job description

Job Description

BGC Financial LP’s MINT Liquidity Solutions Equity/Credit group is seeking a motivated Equity Sales Trader to join our fast‑paced, client‑focused trading desk in New York. You will work closely with portfolio managers and senior sales traders to source liquidity, execute orders across exchanges and ATSs, and contribute to best‑execution initiatives while developing as an institutional trader.

Responsibilities

• Execute U.S. equity orders across exchanges, ATSs, and electronic venues.
• Develop execution strategies and source liquidity with senior traders.
• Monitor market activity and provide real‑time trading updates and market color.
• Coordinate with sales, operations, compliance, and counterparties for seamless trade flow.
• Analyze execution quality and support best‑execution and TCA initiatives.
• Assist in broker evaluations, algorithm reviews, and transaction cost analysis.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of market structure, regulatory changes, and trading technology.
• Manage electronic workflows using Bloomberg EMSX, Fidessa, Redi, Eze, or similar platforms.
• Communicate trade ideas and performance metrics to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in equity trading, sales trading, or execution services.
• Strong understanding of U.S. equity market structure and electronic trading venues.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg EMSX and other electronic execution platforms.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high‑pressure, fast‑moving trading environment.
• Series 7 and 63 licenses preferred; willingness to obtain Series 57 if needed.
• Experience working with institutional clients such as hedge funds or asset managers.
• Familiarity with algorithmic trading, execution analytics, and transaction cost analysis.
• Knowledge of listed options and multi‑asset trading is a plus.

Salary- $75,000 - $90,000 Base + Bonus