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About EquirusEquirus 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.comPosition / Role TitleSales Trader (Equities)This role reports to the Head- Equity Derivatives TradingJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic Sales Trader – Equities to join our Institutional Sales & Trading team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing institutional client relationships, executing trades with precision, and delivering actionable market insights.

This role requires a blend of relationship management, market expertise, and execution skills to drive client satisfaction and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

- Client Relationship Management
- Build and manage institutional client relationships (Domestic MFs, HFs, AMCs, pension funds, PSU/private banks, asst managers and other large investors).
- Act as key contact delivering personalized advice and disseminating firm research, investment ideas, and market strategies.
- Provide timely market insights, trading ideas and trend updates.
- Trading
- Monitor and manage client trading activity, ensuring accurate and timely execution of orders.
- Advise clients on market liquidity, trade strategies, and optimal pricing.
- Leverage market knowledge to identify and execute profitable trading opportunities for clients.
- Risk Management & Compliance




- Ensure all trading activities comply with internal risk management protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant market regulations, compliance standards, and best practices.
- Business Development
- Identify and develop new institutional client relationships.
- Drive recent sales opportunities within the institutional segment to expand firm’s market presence.
- Source and execute block trades to meet client needs and enhance liquidity solutions.
- Collaboration
- Partner with the sales team to grow the institutional client base and revenue streams.
- Work closely with internal trading desks, research teams, and other departments to deliver best-in-class client service.
- Provide actionable feedback on client needs, product offerings, and market conditions to internal stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of in-house trading algorithms to improve execution efficiency and strategy performance.

Location(s)MumbaiRequirement Specification(Qualifications & Experience)

- Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in institutional sales trading, preferably at a broking firm or investment bank.
- Strong understanding of equities, derivatives, and related financial products.
- Demonstrated success in managing and growing institutional client relationships.

Skills:

- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Bloomberg, Omnesys, and trading algorithms.
- Expertise in block sourcing, and algorithmic trading development
- High proficiency with trading platforms, financial software, and market data tools.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with self-motivation, high ethical standards, responsiveness, and the ability to mentor junior team members.

📌 Sales Trader - Equities (Mumbai)
🏢 Equirus
📍 Mumbai