Equity Trader

Overview

Equity Trader – Aviva Investors. We are the global asset management business of Aviva plc, managing assets across nine countries with a focus on delivering client-focused solutions, sustainable investing, and a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Join our public markets team as an Equity Trader. The role focuses on implementing investment decisions efficiently, achieving best execution, managing risk and transaction costs, and supporting portfolio performance through market insight and execution expertise. The team builds high-conviction portfolios across fixed income, equities and multi-asset solutions, using in-depth research and robust portfolio construction."

• Deliver high-quality execution of global equity trades on behalf of clients.
• Efficiently implement investment decisions, across single stocks, index baskets and electronic trading platforms, aiming for best execution and preserved alpha.
• Provide market insight to portfolio managers and maintain strong relationships with brokers and execution partners.
• Support continuous improvements in trading processes and technology; maintain sound judgement in execution strategy and risk management.
• Assist with counter party selection and ensure compliance with regulatory and operational standards.

• Demonstrated experience in equity trading with a solid understanding of market structure, trading systems, and operating in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to interpret market data, assess trading performance and provide insights to investment teams.
• Experience in programme trading, particularly index basket trading around MSCI and FTSE rebalances (highly desirable).
• Knowledge of electronic trading strategies, algorithmic execution, and the use of algo wheel frameworks to optimize execution outcomes.
• Understanding of Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) and using trading performance reviews for continuous improvement.
• SMCR (Senior Managers and Certification Regime) familiarity; willingness to undergo regulatory background checks and ongoing fitness and propriety assessments.

• Competitive salary (dependant on skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Discretionary bonus opportunity based on individual performance and Aviva Investors’ results.
• Generous pension scheme;
  Aviva contribution up to 14% depending on your input.
• 23–29 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
• Aviva-funded Private Medical Benefit for expert support when needed.
• Discounts on Aviva products and other retailer discounts; up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year via the Matching Share Plan;
  Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave; flexible benefits and sustainability options (e.g., cycle to work).
• Annual volunteering days to support communities and Aviva Communities.

Aviva is committed to an inclusive, flexible working environment. Applications: submit online or email GlobalR if you require an alternative method.

Note:

This role may involve regulatory checks as part of SMCR requirements. We will provide training on holding a SMCR role on joining and on an annual basis.

Aviva Investors is the asset manager for Aviva and operates with a diverse, global team committed to delivering exceptional client experiences and sustainable investing.