Trader HY & EM; Fixed Income), Global Asset Manager

Position: Trader HY & EM (Fixed Income), Global Asset Manager
Our client is a global asset manager with a strong fixed income platform. This role sits within EMEA Fixed Income Trading, executing in European High Yield and Emerging Markets across bonds and derivatives. The trader will drive best execution, liquidity sourcing and market insight across voice, electronic and automated protocols. Responsibilities Execute trades in fixed income securities for EMEA portfolios, with focus on European HY and EM.

Source and provide liquidity; deliver best execution across voice, electronic and automated protocols. Generate trade ideas and market colour; brief PMs/analysts on trends, liquidity and technicals. Manage relationships with sell side counter parties and trading venues. Monitor execution risk, slippage and transaction costs; uphold high trading standards. Contribute to trading technology improvements, regulatory awareness and market structure initiatives. Ensure controls, record-keeping and compliance with internal policies and FCA/PRA rules.

Requirements Significant practical experience in HY or EM markets (ideally both). Strong knowledge of fixed income and derivatives:
Credit Index, Index Options, TRS, Single-Name CDS. Proficiency with OMS workflows;
Charles River experience advantageous. Approved/authorised status to perform relevant UK trading functions, or eligibility to obtain. Demonstrable track record of best execution and use of electronic trading protocols. Clear communicator; collaborative, proactive mindset.