BNY
Associate Trader (Buy-Side Trading Solutions)
As a leading global financial services company, BNY Mellon is looking for a future team member to join our Buy‑Side Trading Solutions Team in Boston, MA. The role focuses on supporting the trading desk with client order execution and cost analysis, while learning industry best practices across a wide range of analytics platforms and market participants.
Responsibilities
Support the trading desk with client order execution from client portfolio managers.
Execute smaller or less complex trades and determine appropriate prices for transactions for investment managers.
Under guidance, provide initial recommendations on the pricing of securities.
Assist in pre‑ and post‑trade cost analysis to optimise execution behaviour using a variety of analytics platforms.
Liaise with middle‑office support teams on post‑trade allocation, clearing and settlement issues.
Provide regular updates to portfolio managers, analysts and other members of the trading desk on company‑ and sector‑specific news (e.g., corporate actions, activity, customer cash flows) and macro developments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with up to two years of internship or professional experience in equities trading, investment banking, or a sell‑side environment.
Solid understanding of global equities markets, trading strategies and market microstructure dynamics.
Working knowledge of OMS and EMS platforms, equities trading venues and trading protocols.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic scripting skills (Python, VBA or similar).
Strong quantitative aptitude, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform accurately under tight deadlines in a high‑volume trading environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a collaborative mindset and a rigorous commitment to risk management and regulatory compliance.
FINRA Series 7, 3 and 63 licenses preferred, but not required.
Benefits And Rewards
BNY offers a highly competitive compensation package, generous paid leave, volunteer time, and a range of wellbeing programmes. The base salary for this position is expected to range from $57,500 to $113,500 per year at the commencement of employment, plus potential bonus and incentive components.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—Under‑represented racial and ethnic groups, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Location
Boston, MA
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Responsibilities
Support the trading desk with client order execution from client portfolio managers.
Execute smaller or less complex trades and determine appropriate prices for transactions for investment managers.
Under guidance, provide initial recommendations on the pricing of securities.
Assist in pre‑ and post‑trade cost analysis to optimise execution behaviour using a variety of analytics platforms.
Liaise with middle‑office support teams on post‑trade allocation, clearing and settlement issues.
Provide regular updates to portfolio managers, analysts and other members of the trading desk on company‑ and sector‑specific news (e.g., corporate actions, activity, customer cash flows) and macro developments.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline, with up to two years of internship or professional experience in equities trading, investment banking, or a sell‑side environment.
Solid understanding of global equities markets, trading strategies and market microstructure dynamics.
Working knowledge of OMS and EMS platforms, equities trading venues and trading protocols.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic scripting skills (Python, VBA or similar).
Strong quantitative aptitude, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to perform accurately under tight deadlines in a high‑volume trading environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a collaborative mindset and a rigorous commitment to risk management and regulatory compliance.
FINRA Series 7, 3 and 63 licenses preferred, but not required.
Benefits And Rewards
BNY offers a highly competitive compensation package, generous paid leave, volunteer time, and a range of wellbeing programmes. The base salary for this position is expected to range from $57,500 to $113,500 per year at the commencement of employment, plus potential bonus and incentive components.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—Under‑represented racial and ethnic groups, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
Location
Boston, MA
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