Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and disciplined Equity Trader to join our trading team in Charleston. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and a desire to continually learn and grow within a dynamic trading environment. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior traders, gain exposure to global markets, and develop deep expertise across trading systems and analytics tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute equity trades in accordance with firm policies and market best practices.
• Monitor market activity, identify trading opportunities, and manage orders efficiently for PM's.
• Assist in trade reconciliation (if required), reporting, and performance analysis (TCA).
• Maintain discipline and organization in all aspects of trade execution and workflow.
• Collaborate with technology and operations teams to ensure system efficiency and accuracy.
• Continuously seek to improve trading processes, market knowledge, and technical proficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of equity markets and fundamental trading concepts.
• Familiarity with Excel and Bloomberg Terminal; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and detail-oriented.
• Demonstrated desire and capacity to learn new tools, strategies, and market structures.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• FINRA Series 7,63,57

Preferred

• 2–5 years of experience in an equity trading or operations role.
• Exposure to various OMS/EMS platforms or algorithmic trading tools.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

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