ETF Sales Trader

Old Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.

Old Mission does not seek capital from outside investors, allowing us the flexibility to aggressively invest in our team members and keep them engaged in the firm’s growth.

About the Role

Old Mission is looking for an ETF Sales Trader in our London office that will help build and maintain meaningful trading relationships on behalf of the firm. This person will be a German-speaking salesperson, covering the European market with a focus on Germany. This individual will work with our institutional clients to execute their trading strategies, leveraging Old Mission’s technology and global trading desks to deliver a positive and consistent experience. Still a small, yet growing team.

 Responsibilities

• Develop and manage relationships with institutional clients of the firm
• Work closely with our principal trading desks, serving as a central point of contact between internal stakeholders and our external clients and partners
• Ensure efficient execution of ETF block orders via RFQ platforms or voice, as well as working orders
• Cross sell with other global trading desks within Old Mission (US ETFs, Equities, etc.)
• Willingness to travel / attend industry events and client meetings as needed
• Assist clients with pre/post trade information as needed

 Required Skills

• 2-5+ years of experience in a sales and/or sales trading role (Fixed Income, ETFs, and/or Equities) within financial markets
• Fluent German speaking
• Existing understanding of European market structure
• Willing to be on the road often (5-10 business days per month)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail - working with customers & internal trade desks
• Team player and go-getter attitude
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in relevant field 

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary with discretionary annual bonus
• Fully paid private medical, dental, vision with extended coverage, and life insurance
• Robust Pension Scheme, income protection, and salary exchange
• Free on-site lunch daily
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Old Mission is not accepting unsolicited resumes from any staffing/search firms. All resumes submitted by staffing/search firms to any employee at Old Mission via-email, the Internet or directly without a valid signed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Old Mission, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Old Mission.