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Trader

CompanyTidal Financial Group
LocationWestern Springs, IL, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • Business related degree.
  • 3-5 years of experience (or more) in trading equities, options, and fixed income.
  • Institutional/RIA trading experience.
  • Proficiency with Bloomberg, MarketAxess, or similar institutional trading platforms.
  • Strong understanding of financial markets and trading strategies.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Very high level of competency in Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and manage trades across various asset classes with emphasis on fixed income.
  • Work with the Trading Operations Team, including but not limited to trade allocation, position settlement, and reconciliation of all trading.
  • Utilize Bloomberg, MarketAxess, or other institutional trading platforms for efficient trade execution.
  • Working closely with Prime Brokers and Market Makers to ensure trading best execution and fund efficiencies.
  • Stay updated with market trends, economic developments, and trading strategies.
  • Strong familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
  • Partner with Investment/Portfolio Management team to continually improve and enhance the trading process and procedures.
  • A relentless focus on quality and ability to produce accurate information independently without extensive support/QA from others.
  • Continually analyzing, reviewing and improving our operations and service as the trading business evolves.
  • The individual will be expected to interact and build strong relationships with stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with trading platforms, order management systems (OMS), and post-trade processing.
  • Experience working for a firm that manages 40 Act products.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements related to trading activities.
  • Experience working in a high-paced, deadline-driven environment.