Global Equity Trader

Global Equity Trader

Brown Advisory is seeking a Global Equity Trader to help lead the execution of global equity strategies across U.S., European, and Asian markets. This role requires U.S. and global markets expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a thorough understanding of capital markets with the flexibility to operate during overnight or early morning trading sessions, as needed. The ideal candidate will support both U.S. and global strategies, collaborate across internal and external stakeholders, manage complex trade operations, and contribute to the optimization of portfolio performance.

This trader will also be expected to provide coverage for other equity traders, with the team working collaboratively to ensure coverage across time zones. This position is based in the Baltimore, MD office.

Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Execution of equity trades across U.S., European, and Asian equity markets on behalf of Brown Advisory's institutional and private client portfolios
• Actively monitor US and global equity markets to identify and execute trading opportunities for institutional equity strategies, including coverage of overnight sessions on a rotational basis with another trader
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and early mornings when appropriate, as part of a collaborative team structure that is designed to ensure balanced coverage and strategic support across global time zones
• Assist with managing, rebalancing, and optimizing portfolios to maximize strategy performance, while minimizing risk
• Demonstrate expertise in capital markets with the ability to collaborate effectively with various sell-side desks, including Equity Capital Markets, High Touch Cash, Low-Touch/Electronic, Program Trading, and ETF providers
• Provide backup coverage for other equity traders to ensure consistent execution and team continuity across the trading platform

• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts to align trading strategies with investment objectives
• Partner with internal infrastructure teams to improve trading systems, workflows, and reporting tools
• Stay current on global market structure developments, regulatory changes, and trading innovations
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with brokers, as well as other external counter parties through on-site visits and/or conferences to expand the firm’s network and close industry knowledge gaps
• Serve as escalation contact for colleagues with trade related questions that require complex solutions

• Assist with management of CSA budget and bundled research arrangements
• Produce and be able to present on quarterly best execution and board reporting
• Respond to Institutional investor requests including RFPs, due diligence, and quarterly questionnaires

• 10+ years of global equity trading experience across global markets and managing firm risk
• Proven leader and self-starter requiring limited oversight
• Ability to work rotational overnight shifts to support global trading operations
• Proficiency with global equities, ETFs, capital markets, mutual funds, and/or currencies
• Collaborative and proactive mindset with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with compliance regulations regarding best execution and fair allocation practices
• Ability to prepare, analyze and disseminate information appropriately; pre and post trade TCA data, liquidity events, and commission analyses
• Experience with various trading technologies, including Bloomberg, Advent APX, and/or Charles River preferred
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with preferable focus in accounting, finance, or economics

• Strategic thinker with a passion for global equity, capital markets, and ETFs
• Demonstrable history of success in former roles
• Flexible and adaptable
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure and focus through stressful situations
• Emotionally…