Rising Equity Sales Trader - High-Touch Desk

Jefferies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferies is seeking a motivated Junior Sales Trader to join our High Touch Trading desk in New York. You will support senior traders, develop client relationships, and monitor market activity during the trading day, gaining exposure to various equity products and execution strategies.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and a long-term career path in institutional equities sales trading. You will collaborate with traders, sales professionals, and clients to deliver high-quality service and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 to 5 years of industry experience in sales trading, trading, capital markets, institutional sales, or related financial services role.
• Strong interest in financial markets and institutional equities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated work ethic, resilience, and a desire to learn.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Prior sales experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support senior sales traders in servicing institutional client accounts and executing equity orders.
• Develop relationships with institutional investors and provide high-quality client service.
• Monitor market activity, news flow, and trading opportunities throughout the trading day.
• Communicate market color, liquidity updates, and execution insights to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sales, trading, research, and capital markets teams to identify opportunities and deliver solutions to clients.
• Assist in managing client order flow and ensuring efficient trade execution.
• Maintain a strong understanding of market structure, trading products, and execution strategies.
• Adhere to all regulatory, compliance, and internal risk management requirements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Learning mindset

Grit

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Jefferies is seeking a motivated Junior Sales Trader to join our High Touch Trading desk in New York. You will support senior traders, develop client relationships, and monitor market activity during the trading day, gaining exposure to various equity products and execution strategies.

The role emphasizes learning, teamwork, and a long-term career path in institutional equities sales trading. You will collaborate with traders, sales professionals, and clients to deliver high-quality service and