VP​/Director - Sales Trader, Equity Trading

Description

Citizens Sales Traders handle equity order flow from institutional clients utilizing the latest technology to meet client needs. This position works directly with position traders supporting current clients and developing new business 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 communicate intelligently and professionally with clients. The candidate will be responsible for determining which strategy best fits the clients trading style and needs.

Primary responsibilities include

* 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

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

* 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 Power Point

* Excellent communication and organizational skills

* Bachelor's degree in finance or related field, or equivalent experience.

* 5+ years' experience in equity trading

* Series 7, 63 and 55 licenses (or equivalent) required

Hours & Work Schedule

* Hours per Week: 40

* Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $150,000 to $275,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit

Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.

Background Check

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered.

Any offer of employment will include further information.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more.

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Awards We've Received

Glassdoor

Best Place to Work in Consulting, Finance & Insurance

The Banker's

US Bank of the Year

Dave Thomas Foundation's Best Adoption-Friendly Workplace

Disability:

IN Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion

Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 100 Award