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Sales Trader

Sales Trader

Equirus

5 years

0 Lacs

mumbai maharashtra

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finance master's degree communication skills negotiation

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On-site

Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

About Equirus

Equirus is a leading mid‐market investment bank with strong practices around M&A, PE, Capital Markets, Institutional Equities, Wealth Management, Insurance Broking, and Portfolio Management Services.

We pride ourselves in being a trusted Investment bank servicing customer with best results in advisory in their investments, best corporates for their growth& capital need and families in managing their wealth. Led by seasoned bankers, we work with the largest and the most reputed investors.

For more details you can visit us at www.equirus.com

Position / Role Title

Sales Trader (Derivatives)

This role reports to the Head-Equity Derivatives Trading

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Derivatives Sales Trader with deep expertise in arbitrage, options strategies, special situations trading, and advanced market execution. The role demands strong market instincts, the ability to structure and execute complex trades, and a proven track record in managing institutional relationships. You will connect our trading capabilities with institutional clients, delivering innovative derivative solutions that drive

Key Responsibilities

Client Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong ties with institutional clients (Including domestic mutual funds, hedge funds, asset managers, proprietary trading desks); act as key contact for derivatives-related opportunities, providing tailored trade ideas and market intelligence; Disseminate firm research, Trading Idea, and structured trade recommendations
Trading & Strategy Execution:
Identify and execute arbitrage opportunities across cash, futures, and options markets; design/execute option strategies (directional, volatility, spreads, hedging); Engage in special situations trading (including - events, corporate actions & index rebalancing plays); execute pairs trading strategies; monitor market conditions, liquidity and pricing for optimal execution.
Risk & Compliance:
Ensure trades comply with risk/regulatory frameworks; manage margins, limits, exchange rules; monitor & manage trade exposures ensuring alignment with client mandates and firm policy.
Business Development:
Expand institutional derivatives client base; Collaborate with research and structuring teams to design bespoke derivative products; source and execute block trades to enhance liquidity.
Collaboration:
Partner with proprietary trading desks, research analysts, and structuring teams to deliver trade ideas; enhance in-house trade algorithms; provide feedback on market trends, client needs &product innovation to internal stakeholders.

Location(s)

Mumbai

Requirement Specification (Qualifications & Experience)

Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
Minimum 5 years in derivatives sales trading, preferably at a broking firm/ investment bank/proprietary trading house.
Proven expertise in arbitrage, options trading, special situations strategies, and pairs trading.
Strong understanding of equity derivatives, index futures/options, and volatility products.
Skills:
Exceptional market analysis and trade structuring skills.
Proficiency in Bloomberg, Omnesys, and derivatives analytics tools.
Strong quantitative and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
In-depth knowledge of risk management and regulatory frameworks for derivatives.
Expertise in pairs trading, block sourcing, and algorithmic trading development.
Entrepreneurial mindset with self-motivation, high ethical standards, responsiveness, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

About the Job:

Salary:

Negotiable

Company:

Equirus

Role :

Sales Trader

Category:

Equities - Dealing & Trading

Location:

Mumbai, India, Asia

Employment Type:

Full time

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