EU Sovereign Credit Trader

Location: London office Key Responsibilities:

• Execute proprietary trading strategies in EU sovereign credit, including bonds, CDS, and related instruments
• Monitor market flows, liquidity, and pricing to ensure optimal execution
• Identify and act on trading opportunities in response to macroeconomic, fiscal, and political developments
• Develop and implement medium- to long-term EU sovereign credit strategies
• Conduct in-depth analysis of European macroeconomic indicators, fiscal policies, central bank actions, and political events affecting sovereign credit
• Manage a proprietary risk portfolio, evaluating credit, duration, and currency exposures with disciplined risk-reward oversight
• Collaborate with research, risk, and other traders to refine strategies and enhance market insights
• Build relationships with brokers, counterparties, and research providers to strengthen the firm's EU sovereign credit franchise Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years of trading experience in EU sovereign credit instruments, including bonds and CDS
• Deep understanding of European sovereign debt markets, macroeconomic factors, and central bank policies
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; ability to translate complex market data into actionable strategies
• Proven track record of P&L generation and risk management in volatile markets
• Excellent communication skills; fluent in English, additional EU languages a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; CFA or advanced degree preferred Powered by JazzHR nn470ITe4n