We are seeking an experienced Credit Sales Trader to join our London-based team at a leading agency broker-dealer. The successful candidate will be responsible for originating and executing credit flow across UK institutional clients, with a focus on real money accounts and hedge funds.
This is a client-facing, revenue-generating role requiring strong market knowledge, an established client network, and the ability to operate in an agency execution environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage relationships with UK-based institutional clients, including asset managers, pension funds, insurance companies, and hedge funds
- Execute secondary market trades in investment grade and high yield credit (cash bonds, and potentially CDS where relevant)
- Provide market colour, trade ideas, and relative value opportunities to clients
- Drive flow business through proactive coverage and high-quality execution
- Work closely with trading, research, and syndicate teams to deliver best-in-class client service
- Maintain a strong understanding of market dynamics, liquidity conditions, and regulatory developments
- Ensure all trading activity complies with internal policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., MiFID II)
Required Experience & Skills
- 5–10 years’ experience in credit sales or sales trading within an investment bank, broker-dealer, or agency platform
- Strong relationships with UK buy-side clients, particularly real money investors and hedge funds
- Proven track record of generating revenue and growing client relationships
- Solid product knowledge across European/UK credit markets (IG, HY; structured credit is a plus)
- Strong execution skills and understanding of electronic and voice trading workflows
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
- High attention to detail and strong risk awareness
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating within an agency broker or non-balance sheet model
- Familiarity with electronic trading platforms (e.g., MarketAxess, Tradeweb, Bloomberg)
- Understanding of portfolio trading and algorithmic execution in credit markets
- Relevant regulatory qualifications (e.g., FCA CF30 / SMCR certification as applicable)
Personal Attributes
- Commercially driven with strong client focus
- Self-starter with the ability to build a franchise within a growing platform
- Collaborative team player with a high level of integrity
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic market environment