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Junior Sales Trader (Analyst to Vice President)

Jefferies

New York · Posted Sep 15

$110k–$200k/yr Finance Onsite
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Location: New York, NY, United States Department: Sales/Trading

Junior Sales Trader (Analyst to Vice President)

Location: New York, NY

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated Junior Sales Trader to join our High Touch Trading desk. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team-oriented environment and demonstrate a strong passion for learning, humility, and grit. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop a long-term career in institutional equities sales trading while working closely with experienced traders, sales professionals, and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Support senior sales traders in servicing institutional client accounts and executing equity orders.

Develop relationships with institutional investors and provide high-quality client service.

Monitor market activity, news flow, and trading opportunities throughout the trading day.

Communicate market color, liquidity updates, and execution insights to clients and internal stakeholders.

Collaborate with sales, trading, research, and capital markets teams to identify opportunities and deliver solutions to clients.

Assist in managing client order flow and ensuring efficient trade execution.

Maintain a strong understanding of market structure, trading products, and execution strategies.

Adhere to all regulatory, compliance, and internal risk management requirements.

Qualifications

2 to 5 years of industry experience in sales trading, trading, capital markets, institutional sales, or a related financial services role.

Prior sales experience is a plus.

Strong interest in financial markets and institutional equities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Demonstrated work ethic, resilience, and a desire to learn.

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Characteristics

Team-first mentality.

Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn.

Humility, professionalism, and a strong sense of accountability.

Ability to build relationships and establish credibility with clients and colleagues.

Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to contribute to the growth of the business.

New York, NY Full Time Base Salary Range of $110,000-200,000.

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Details

Work type
Onsite
Compensation
Paid
Remote eligible
No

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