Equity Trader (m|f|x) London

BNP Paribas Asset Management (BNPP AM) is the asset management division of BNP Paribas Group. As of July 1, 2025, AXA Investment Managers’ (AXA IM) activities have been fully integrated into BNPP AM, creating a unified and strengthened global platform.

BNPP AM is a leading global asset manager, leveraging the Group’s scale, stability, and expertise. We serve a diverse client base, including institutional investors, corporations, distribution partners, and retail clients worldwide. Our investment capabilities cover a broad range of asset classes, from traditional strategies such as equities, fixed income, and multi-assets to alternatives such as real estate, infrastructure, private debt, and private equity. This allows us to tailor solutions to meet client objectives.

With the integration of AXA IM, BNPP AM now ranks among Europe’s top asset managers, managing approximately €1.6 trillion in assets, with a focus on long-term savings and alternative strategies.

Sustainability is central to our approach. We prioritize ESG and responsible investing to deliver sustainable, long-term performance while supporting environmental, social, and economic transitions.

Adopting a pragmatic, long-term perspective, we aim to generate lasting value for clients, employees, and the economy, backed by strong risk management and responsible finance principles.

All figures are sourced from publicly available data as of September 2025.

The Equity Trader performs both execution and market research duties and provides support to the rest of the MLS Trading Team.

Tasks

• Execution of client orders in accordance with the instructions and timeframe
• Research and dissemination of market information to assist customers and colleagues in their decision-making process
• Participation in various projects and team meetings as required
• Analysis of execution performance and the contribution of brokers/counterparties
• Take appropriate actions to mitigate or help mitigate the risks arising from the business activities under your responsibility
• Be actively involved in improving operational efficiency
• Contribute to comprehensive evaluations and objectives, and proactively pursue appropriate training and development

Profile / Your qualification / Your personality

• Professional qualification as required by the regulator.
• Proven experience in equity trading with a solid understanding of the UK market
• A high level of technical expertise in the field of equity trading
• Experience in sourcing liquidity and managing counterparty relationships
• Strong understanding of transaction cost analysis (TCA) tools and methodologies
• A quantitative mindset to automate trading processes
• Ability to resolve operational issues
• Contribution to all team discussions and participation in projects
• Highly numerical and analytical
• Proactive, results-oriented
• Curious
• Mature interpersonal skills, diplomatic, articulate

Contact

Alessandra Gräfin von Schlieffen

HR Recruiting Specialist

Location

5 Aldermanbury Square, GB-EC2V 7BP London