Junior Equity Trader (m|f|d) London

There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. ​ We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us.

Tasks

POSITION PURPOSE

The Junior Equity Trader will assist with the execution of equity trades generated by Portfolio Managers in European markets. The role will involve developing best execution practices through both High Touch and Electronic trading, in a client first approach. By working alongside colleagues on the desk and sell side brokers, they will look to build a strong understanding daily of what is driving equity markets from both a micro and macro perspective. They will then be expected to regularly use this knowledge to communicate market context to traders, analysts, and portfolio managers globally. They will also learn about how Market Structure affects the mechanics of Equity markets and how this aligns with our strategic goals. In addition, they will learn the life cycle of a trade and will assist the trading desk in resolving trading issues and evolving best execution practices. The role involves building strong relationships both internally with the investment team and externally with the broker community.

Principal Responsibilities

• Execute buy and sell transactions on assigned securities in European Markets.
• Maximise best execution practices in both high and low touch trading across multiple trading platforms / venues.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market structure and regulatory issues
• Develop, maintain, and manage relationships with a broad set of broker/dealers.
• Gather and analyze market information, inclusive of other asset classes, and communicate relevant information to traders, analysts, and eventually portfolio managers.
• Continually work to understand and analyze TCA/fill data to enhance best execution capabilities.
• Identify risks and follow appropriate processes and controls thereby reducing significant risk to the firm including material financial loss, as well as reputational damage to the firm.  

Profile / Your qualification / Your personality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES / SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum requirement of an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years’ work experience within the financial industry.
• 2 years of relevant institutional trading experience preferable
• A strong interest in equity markets, economics and current affairs
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team comprised of portfolio managers, analysts, and traders.
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task with precision
• Attention to detail, accurate and sound judgment
• Strong quantitative, analytical and organizational skills
• Intellectual curiosity and strong problem-solving skills.
• Coding interest and skillset in Pyhon and R preferred.
• High level of personal accountability and Self-motivated

Application

We are looking forward to receive your application!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, colour, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.

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Location

5 Paternoster Square, London, EC4M 7DX

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