B. Riley Securities · 1 week ago
Senior Sales Trader
Buffalo-Niagara Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expB. Riley Securities is a company providing a full suite of investment banking and trading services. They are seeking a Senior Sales Trader to coordinate with institutional sales and manage client relationships while driving revenue through trading activities.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Work closely with the institutional sales force to generate ideas, coordinate buyers and sellers, and facilitate seamless order flow
Build and nurture relationships with assigned institutional investors through trading and execution services to grow trading volumes, provide tailored market insights, and drive revenue
Develop a deep understanding of clients’ trading strategies, risk tolerances, and needs to offer proactive ideas
Process trade tickets, interface with back office operations, and perform administrative duties to support smooth transaction workflows
Collaborate with Sales, Research, and Trading teams to resolve issues, share market color, and enhance client experiences
Achieve and exceed revenue targets through trading activity, rigorous client engagement, and opportunity identification
Stay informed on market trends, liquidity dynamics, competitor activities, and B. Riley's proprietary small-cap equity research to anticipate client needs
Communicate trade ideas, pricing, and market updates effectively to clients while maintaining discretion and courtesy
Train and mentor junior sales traders or assistants, contribute to hiring and team development, and provide feedback to management on trading procedures, technology, and efficiencies
Adhere to compliance policies, risk management protocols, and maintain high standards of client service
Qualification
Required
5-8 years of experience in securities trading, with a focus on institutional equity sales trading or equivalent combination of education and experience
Series 7, 63, and 55 (or 57) licenses required
Extensive knowledge of the securities industry, including listed securities, market data products (mandatory), and execution strategies
Proven ability to execute complex trades, manage high-volume order flow (including 15+ client relationships), build strong client relationships, and structure transactions
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express ideas effectively, fluently, discreetly, and courteously; exceptional negotiation, analytical, and quick decision-making abilities
Ability to organize time well, set proper priorities, multitask, and perform under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment
Proficiency in market data and trading software systems, including Bloomberg, Fidessa; MS Outlook/Excel, with a willingness to learn new tools
High energy, initiative, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong interpersonal skills and experience mentoring or supervising junior staff
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field
Preferred
advanced degrees or certifications such as CFA
Company
B. Riley Securities
B. Riley Securities is an Investment Banking firm offering capital martket services to their clients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrew Moore
Chief Executive Officer
James Baker
Co-Chief Executive Officer & Head of Capital Markets
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