Senior Multi-Asset Trader – Equity, Derivatives & FX

Legalandgeneral; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Commuter and transit programs

Employee assistance program

Job summary

L&G Asset Management America in Chicago seeks an ambitious Multi Asset Trader to join its Global Trading Team. The role requires equity trading experience at buy or sell-side and offers exposure to derivatives or FX trading.

You will manage execution, advise investment teams, maintain relationships with counterparties, and work within a global team across Chicago, London & Hong Kong. A strong work ethic and risk awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in an Equity trading role
• Experience in trading Listed/OTC Derivatives or FX is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
• Attention to detail with strong risk awareness
• Willingness to learn new asset classes and products
• Quantitative and programming skills are additive

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the execution of trades in line with regulatory standards and LGIM policies
• Advise investment teams on trade implementation and provide market information for opportunities
• Maintain strong relationships with counterparties across asset classes globally
• Collaborate with traders and portfolio managers in Chicago, London and Hong Kong
• Improve processes and mitigate risk while seeking greater efficiency
• Work with Trading Research to analyze large trading data sets for client outcomes
• Stay informed about market structure, execution methods and trading platforms
• Cross-train to cover Listed and OTC Derivatives and FX trading as needed

Skills

Equity trading

Derivatives FX

Risk management

Multi-asset trading

Team player

Job description

L&G Asset Management America in Chicago seeks an ambitious Multi Asset Trader to join its Global Trading Team. The role requires equity trading experience at buy or sell-side and offers exposure to derivatives or FX trading.

You will manage execution, advise investment teams, maintain relationships with counterparties, and work within a global team across Chicago, London & Hong Kong. A strong work ethic and risk awareness are essential.