Senior Equity Trader
Geneva, IL 
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Posted 19 days ago
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Type :

Full time

Type Of Hire :

Experienced (relevant combo of work and education)

Travel Percentage :

0%

Job Description

As the world works and lives faster, FIS is leading the way. Our fintech solutions touch nearly every market, company and person on the planet. Our teams are inclusive and diverse. Our colleagues work together and celebrate together. If you want to advance the world of fintech, we'd like to ask you: Are you FIS?

What you will be doing

The Trading Desk handles equity order flow from institutional clients utilizing the latest technology to meet client needs. This position works directly on the trading desk, supporting current clients with responsibility for sales, trading and account management.

The candidate will be responsible for receiving and executing equity orders. They may receive orders via the phone, email or a dedicated FIX session. The candidate must stay up to date on current market trends and moves to communicate intelligently and professionally with clients. The candidate will be responsible for determining which algorithmic strategy best fits the clients trading style and needs. The candidate will analyze the client's executions and provide regular reports and feedback on the performance of the Algo strategies, this may include fundamental and/or technical analysis.

  • Handle trading activity from assigned client base
  • Support full client base as needed
  • Directly and indirectly participate in Sales efforts
  • Manage client relationships with an eye towards maintaining and growing revenue
  • Assist with Operational functions as needed

What you bring

  • Bachelor's degree in finance or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3-4 years' experience in equity trading coverage
  • Series 7, 63 and 55 licenses preferred- (Series 7 is required)
  • Strong analytical skills with a good understanding of financial markets
  • Ability to understand complex market structures and electronic trading
  • Ability to perform in a dynamic trading environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Client-focused, self-motivated and detail oriented

What we offer you

At FIS, we hire the best. In return, you receive exceptional benefits including:

  • Opportunities to innovate in fintech
  • Tools for personal and professional growth
  • Inclusive and diverse work environment
  • Resources to invest in your community
  • Competitive salary and benefits

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Vaccination Requirements

Notice to all US applicants: All employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Individuals with a disability (including a medical condition) or sincerely held religious beliefs or practices that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an exemption from the vaccine requirement.

Privacy Statement

FIS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all personal information that we process in order to provide services to our clients. For specific information on how FIS protects personal information online, please see the .

EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here


For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

For positions located in the US, the conditions below apply.

If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test and background check (including criminal record check)

ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

 

Job Summary
Company
FIS
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3 to 4 years
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