Trader, Equity & FX, L&G - Asset Management, America

L&G – Asset Management, America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Vacation

Sick time

Commuter benefits

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

L&G Asset Management – America is seeking a skilled Multi Asset Trader to join its Global Trading Team in Chicago. You will execute and optimize trades across asset classes, collaborating with portfolio managers and regional teams to capture market opportunities.

The role requires 5+ years in equity trading, familiarity with derivatives/FX, and a strong risk mindset. A global, high-performance team environment awaits, with discretionary bonus potential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in an Equity trading role.
• Experience in trading Listed/OTC Derivatives or FX is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of market structure and risk, with ability to manage large order flows.
• Attention to detail and a rigorous risk mindset.
• Collaborative, multi-asset trading mindset with willingness to learn new products.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor execution of trades in line with regulatory standards and LGIM(A) policies.
• Advise investment teams on trade implementation and provide market information for opportunities.
• Maintain relationships with counterparties across asset classes globally.
• Work with global traders and portfolio managers to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Analyze trading data with Trading Research to enhance processes and insight.

Skills

Equity trading

Algorithms

Risk management

Programming

Job description

Company Description

L&G's Asset Management business is a major investor across public and private markets worldwide, with $1.533 trillion in AUM.* Our clients include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions, who invest alongside L&G’s own balance sheet.

L&G's Asset Management business is a major investor across public and private markets worldwide, with $1.533 trillion in AUM.* Our clients include individual savers, pension scheme members and global institutions, who invest alongside L&G’s own balance sheet.

Our ambition is to be a leading global investor, innovating to solve complex challenges for our clients using the power of L&G. This is rooted in our investment philosophy and processes, which are focused on creating value over the long term.

We believe that incorporating financially material sustainability criteria, when relevant to our clients, can generate value and drive positive change.

Job Description

L&G Asset Management – America is looking for an ambitious Multi Asset Trader to join its Global Trading Team in Chicago.

Equity trading experience at a buy or sell-side institution is required with Derivative (Listed or OTC) or FX trading experience an advantage.

Successful candidate should be enthusiastic, a proven self-starter with a strong willingness to develop trading skills across different asset classes, a genuine global team player and have a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the execution of trades ensuring it is in line with regulatory standards, LGIM(A)’s policies, procedures and risk management practices at all times.
• You’ll advise investment teams with different investment styles on trade implementation while providing relevant market information that identifies and creates actionable investment opportunities.
• Maintain and leverage strong relationships with counterparties across different asset classes on a global level.
• Work effectively within a global team structure, building close relationships with our traders & portfolio managers in Chicago, London & Hong Kong.
• Challenge and upgrade current processes and procedures while mitigating risk for greater efficiency, adding new ideas and initiatives to the team.
• Work with our Trading Research team to analyse, process and interpret large trading data sets to continually improve client outcomes.
• Remain informed about the evolving market structure, methods of execution and products as well as maintain competency on all trading platforms.
• Where required, cross-train to achieve competency in Listed & OTC Derivatives and FX trading.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience working in an Equity trading role, experience trading using algorithms required.
• Experience in trading Listed/OTC Derivatives or FX a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of market structure & risk (impact, liquidity) as well successful experience in managing large numbers of orders.
• High level of attention to detail with a strong risk management mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in a collaborative team-based environment.
• Ability to multi-task, trading different asset classes while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to adapt and learn new asset classes and products as needs arise.
• Strong analytical skills. Quantitative and programming skills will be additive.
• Strong work ethic, impeccable integrity.

Additional Information

The starting salary offer will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s education, job-related experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location, and market factors. This position is also eligible to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus plan.

• Full time employees may be eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Healthcare
• Dependent and Limited Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K
• Vacation
• Sick time
• An employee assistance program
• Commuter and transit programs
• Supplemental health benefits including accidental injury
• Critical illness
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance

EOE Statement

As an EOE employer, L&G Asset Management, America will extend equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, and/or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. (2025)