Senior Trader, Brokerage

Northern Trust

. Execute institutional equity orders across single-stock, portfolio, block, and index-related strategies .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $160,100 - $272,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in executing institutional equity orders, managing trading strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in analyzing transaction costs and enhancing trading workflows to optimize performance and client outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Institutional Equity Trading ExperienceTransaction Cost Analysis (TCA)Equity Market Structure UnderstandingFINRA Series 7, 57, and 63 LicensesStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Execution StrategyAlgorithmic Trading StrategiesRisk ManagementPerformance Data AnalysisExecution Quality Monitoring

Soft Skills

Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsOperational Discipline

Tools & Technologies

Trading TechnologiesData Analytics Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CFAMBA

Industry Keywords

Equity OrdersMarket ConditionsLiquidity DynamicsExecution VenuesBest Execution Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute institutional equity orders across single-stock, portfolio, block, and index-related strategies
Determine broker strategy, algorithm selection, venue strategy, and execution approach based on market conditions, liquidity, and risk
Partner with external and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless trade flow, accurate communication, and efficient execution
Monitor execution quality and trading outcomes
Identify and escalate risks, exceptions, and operational issues
Operate within trading limits, entitlements, and control frameworks
Maintain compliance with firm policies, client mandates, and regulatory requirements
Support audit, compliance, and regulatory reviews with documentation of execution decisions, rationale, and outcomes
Use pre-trade and post-trade transaction cost analysis to inform strategy and evaluate broker and venue performance
Enhance trading workflows, technology platforms, execution processes, and control frameworks
Develop relationships with institutional clients, brokers, and market participants
Advise clients and internal partners on equity market structure, execution venues, trading technologies, and best execution practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree or equivalent experience
7+ years of institutional equity trading experience, including responsibility for executing large and complex equity orders across varying market conditions
Strong understanding of equity market structure, liquidity dynamics, execution venues, algorithmic trading strategies, and best execution requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage significant trading activity while balancing client objectives, execution quality, risk management, and operational discipline
Proven track record of exercising sound execution judgment in fast-moving and volatile market environments
Experience analyzing and interpreting transaction cost analysis (TCA), execution metrics, and performance data to improve trading outcomes
Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to discuss execution strategy, market conditions, and trading performance with institutional clients and senior stakeholders
Established institutional client and broker relationships are preferred
CFA, MBA, or similar advanced credentials are a plus
Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics to support trading decisions and execution performance evaluation
FINRA Series 7, 57, and 63 licenses required
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement benefits (401k and pension)
Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
Paid time off
Parental and caregiver leave
Life & accident insurance
Other voluntary and well-being benefits
Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
Flexible and collaborative work culture
Movement within the organization is encouraged
Accessible senior leaders
Inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with health conditions and disabilities