FAMI - Execution Desk - Trader

Scope and Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Desk, the successful candidate will be required to carry out the following core tasks:

• Transmission of Equity Cash and Derivatives orders for a variety of funds and investment styles/strategies.
• Control of orders and ensuring of Best Execution through TCA (Transaction Cost Analysis).
• Reporting activity and occasional project work.
• Monitoring of broker-share and execution quality statistics
• Management of key relationships with Portfolio Managers, brokers and colleagues in Dublin, London, Milan and at other offices within the Group.
• Value-add to overall investment processes through communication of relevant and real-time market information to Portfolio Manager colleagues.

Required Experience

At least 5 years experience working on a Dealing Desk for an Asset Manager or Broker operation.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

• A third level degree, in Business/Economics/Finance.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office and Bloomberg with experience of electronic, algo and quant trading.
• Knowledge of the Aladdin trading system would be an advantage, though not essential.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to deal positively with challenges and time pressures.
• A genuine interest and curiosity in Financial Markets.