CastleOak Securities
Director or Managing Director, Equity Sales & Trading (Global Electronic Trading
CastleOak Securities, New York, New York, us, 10261
CastleOak Securities, L.P. ("CastleOak") is a premier boutique investment bank focused on providing capital markets services to a broad array of corporate, governmental and institutional clients. Headquartered in New York City, the firm specializes in primary and secondary sales and trading of fixed income, equity, and money market securities, as well as financial advisory (including M&A and private placements). Since its founding in 2006, CastleOak has assisted its clients on public offerings totaling over $4 trillion. CastleOak's professionals average 20 years of successful Wall Street experience and ongoing working relationships with some of the largest global corporations.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including:
Hybrid workplace: work from home 2 days per week! Health insurance: competitive medical, dental, and vision programs Commuter benefits 401(k) with a company match Charitable contribution match program for employees Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance Paid time off: vacation, personal days, sick leave, etc. Intentional culture celebrations and social outings
Position:
CastleOak's equity trading team consists of highly motivated and seasoned professionals with strong institutional relationships and a relentless focus on growth. We provide comprehensive trading capabilities, including algorithmic, high-touch, and program trading across domestic and global markets, operating 24/6 to meet client needs.
We are seeking a senior-level equity sales trader with deep global electronic trading expertise and a proven ability to sell algorithmic strategies and liquidity solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong rolodex of institutional clients actively engaged in electronic trading, a robust understanding of U.S. market structure, and familiarity with international equity markets and workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
Leverage a book of institutional electronic trading relationships to drive revenue and onboard new accounts. Act as a trusted advisor to clients on execution strategy, liquidity sourcing, and algorithmic optimization across global markets. Proactively sell CastleOak's electronic and algo trading suite, articulating differentiated performance and routing logic. Possess expert-level knowledge of U.S. equity market structure, including order types, venues (ATS/exchanges), dark pool dynamics, and regulatory considerations. Demonstrate familiarity with international markets, including T+ settlement cycles, local microstructure, and cross-border order handling. Provide pre- and post-trade analysis to clients, including VWAP, arrival price, and venue markout commentary. Collaborate with client trading & quant teams to offer client feedback that enhances algorithmic trading performance and platform features. Deliver real-time market color, execution insights, and high-touch coverage when needed. Ensure all activity is compliant, well-documented, and adheres to risk and regulatory controls. Work cross-functionally with operations, compliance, and technology to ensure a seamless client experience.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of equity trading or electronic sales trading experience Demonstrated ability to generate revenue through electronic trading client coverage In-depth expertise in U.S. equity market structure and global trading protocols Strong sales skills with a history of institutional client acquisition and retention Familiarity with industry-leading EMS/OMS platforms and algorithmic providers FINRA Series 7 & 63 required, Series 55 & 24 a plus Excellent communication and analytical skills High integrity and disciplined approach to compliance and client service
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience launching or scaling electronic trading platforms MBA or other graduate degrees are a plus
Compensation:
Base Salary: $150K–$200K, commensurate with experience Performance-based bonus
Location:
New York, NY (Hybrid: Minimum 3 days in-office per week)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy and related conditions), physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please do not contact employees of the firm directly regarding open positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We offer a competitive total rewards package including:
Hybrid workplace: work from home 2 days per week! Health insurance: competitive medical, dental, and vision programs Commuter benefits 401(k) with a company match Charitable contribution match program for employees Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance Paid time off: vacation, personal days, sick leave, etc. Intentional culture celebrations and social outings
Position:
CastleOak's equity trading team consists of highly motivated and seasoned professionals with strong institutional relationships and a relentless focus on growth. We provide comprehensive trading capabilities, including algorithmic, high-touch, and program trading across domestic and global markets, operating 24/6 to meet client needs.
We are seeking a senior-level equity sales trader with deep global electronic trading expertise and a proven ability to sell algorithmic strategies and liquidity solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong rolodex of institutional clients actively engaged in electronic trading, a robust understanding of U.S. market structure, and familiarity with international equity markets and workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
Leverage a book of institutional electronic trading relationships to drive revenue and onboard new accounts. Act as a trusted advisor to clients on execution strategy, liquidity sourcing, and algorithmic optimization across global markets. Proactively sell CastleOak's electronic and algo trading suite, articulating differentiated performance and routing logic. Possess expert-level knowledge of U.S. equity market structure, including order types, venues (ATS/exchanges), dark pool dynamics, and regulatory considerations. Demonstrate familiarity with international markets, including T+ settlement cycles, local microstructure, and cross-border order handling. Provide pre- and post-trade analysis to clients, including VWAP, arrival price, and venue markout commentary. Collaborate with client trading & quant teams to offer client feedback that enhances algorithmic trading performance and platform features. Deliver real-time market color, execution insights, and high-touch coverage when needed. Ensure all activity is compliant, well-documented, and adheres to risk and regulatory controls. Work cross-functionally with operations, compliance, and technology to ensure a seamless client experience.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of equity trading or electronic sales trading experience Demonstrated ability to generate revenue through electronic trading client coverage In-depth expertise in U.S. equity market structure and global trading protocols Strong sales skills with a history of institutional client acquisition and retention Familiarity with industry-leading EMS/OMS platforms and algorithmic providers FINRA Series 7 & 63 required, Series 55 & 24 a plus Excellent communication and analytical skills High integrity and disciplined approach to compliance and client service
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience launching or scaling electronic trading platforms MBA or other graduate degrees are a plus
Compensation:
Base Salary: $150K–$200K, commensurate with experience Performance-based bonus
Location:
New York, NY (Hybrid: Minimum 3 days in-office per week)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition (including pregnancy and related conditions), physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please do not contact employees of the firm directly regarding open positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr