AddressJob Title: Fixed Income Trader
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: London
Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based
Closing date: 15th May 2024
At Royal London Asset Management (RLAM) we believe your difference is our strength and our organisation benefits from the different perspectives that diversity brings. Studies have shown that people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience isn't a perfect fit with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
We are looking for an experienced Fixed Income (FI) Trader with excellent Credit background to join the Trading & Execution Analytics team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to execute across the Fixed Income space but with a particular focus on Sterling credit, ABS and High yield corporates.
You will also gain exposure to Global rates products, FX and Derivative trades as you work closely with Fund Managers to add real value to the investment process.
About the role
- Execution of FI orders across credit, rates and derivative products to provide optimum trading outcomes for clients (Sterling & High Yield Credit experience of particular interest)
- Manage orders in a logical, risk-controlled manner with a high sensitivity to fiduciary responsibilities and ensuring we achieve Best Execution.
- Monitor market information and activity and provide feedback to the fund managers.
- Follow industry technologies and changes in markets structure to ensure RLAM remain current.
- Help maintain and manage our interactions and relationships with external counterparties.
- Help implement new system procedures and work to develop more efficient and effective front office dealing processes.
- Leverage data and technology to identify opportunities, contribute to portfolio alpha and to deliver best in class outcomes for our clients.
About you
- Extensive experience/knowledge of Fixed Income markets and execution of credit (ideally Sterling or HY), rates, FX and derivative products.
- Relevant trading experience in Fixed Income and Derivative products.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure within a fast-paced environment and execute high volumes of trades in different regions and products simultaneously.
- Good understanding of how to trade large, sensitive or illiquid orders.
- Sound understanding of the regulatory environment in which we operate.
- Demonstrated proficiency with trading technology across various trading systems/platforms. (Tweb/MKTX/BBG/FXConnect/EMSX/Thinkfolio/BRS Aladdin experience preferred)
- Strong Data/Analytical skills (ideally candidate will be familiar with: Python, VBA, PowerBI)
About Royal London Asset Management
Royal London Asset Management (RLAM), part of the Royal London Group, is one of the UK's leading fund management companies working with a wide range of clients across the globe to achieve their investment goals. Our long-term, client-driven focus means that we have a long-standing commitment to responsible investment. We act as responsible stewards of our clients’ capital, exercising their rights and influencing positive change.
Our People Promise to our colleagues is that we will all work somewhere inclusive, responsible, enjoyable and fulfilling. This is underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values; Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.
We've always been proud to reward employees by offering great workplace benefits such as 28 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, an up to 14% employer matching pension scheme and private medical insurance. You can see all our benefits here - Our Benefits
Inclusion, diversity and belonging
We’re an Inclusive employer. We celebrate and value different backgrounds and cultures across Royal London. Our diverse people and perspectives give us a range of skills which are recognised and respected – whatever their background.
