Broker / Trader


Company:	The Opportunity Hub UK Ltd
Salary:	£65,000 to £90,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, W14 8NL
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Oct 2026
Closing date:	30 Nov 2026

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Summary

Develop your career in institutional financial markets with an opportunity to work across specialist trading and brokerage activities within an established London financial services business.

Company Overview

The Opportunity Hub UK is recruiting on behalf of an independent financial services firm specialising in institutional trading, brokerage and financial advisory services.

The business operates within specialist financial markets, including fixed income, credit securities, structured products and illiquid assets. Working with institutional and professional investors, the firm focuses on identifying trading opportunities, providing market insight and supporting clients with complex financial transactions.

With an established presence in London and international market exposure, the business is looking to strengthen its trading and brokerage capabilities by appointing experienced financial markets professionals.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Broker / Trader to join a specialist financial services firm based in Central London.

Location: Central London

Working arrangement: Full-time, office-based, five days per week

Salary: £65,000 to £90,000 per annum, depending on experience

Experience: Approximately 4 to 5 years

Employment type: Permanent, full-time

As a Broker / Trader, you will use your knowledge of financial markets to identify trading opportunities, build relationships with institutional counterparties and support the execution of financial transactions.

This opportunity is particularly suited to professionals currently working within UK investment banks, institutional brokerage firms or specialist trading businesses.

The ideal Broker / Trader will have a strong understanding of financial instruments, commercial awareness and the confidence to develop relationships within institutional financial markets.

Here's what you'll be doing:

Identifying and evaluating trading opportunities across institutional financial markets

Building and maintaining relationships with institutional investors, banks, brokers and market counterparties

Supporting the execution of transactions in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements

Monitoring market developments, pricing movements and liquidity conditions

Providing clients and internal stakeholders with relevant market information and trading insights

Identifying potential buyers and sellers of financial instruments

Negotiating transaction terms and supporting efficient trade execution

Developing new business relationships and expanding existing market connections

Working closely with experienced brokers, traders and financial market professionals

Maintaining accurate records of trading activity and client communications

Identifying opportunities within specialist financial instruments and less-liquid markets

Contributing to the continued development of the firm's trading and brokerage activities

Here are the skills you'll need:

Approximately 4 to 5 years' experience as a Broker, Trader or Sales Trader within financial markets

Previous experience working within a UK investment bank, brokerage firm or institutional trading business

Strong understanding of financial markets, trading processes and financial instruments

Experience within fixed income, credit, equities, derivatives or other institutional asset classes

Knowledge of distressed debt, structured products or illiquid securities would be particularly advantageous

Experience building relationships with institutional clients, brokers or trading counterparties

Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify market opportunities

Confident communication and negotiation skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced trading environment

Strong attention to detail and understanding of financial market risks

A proactive and commercially driven approach

Ability to work full-time from the Central London office

Work Permissions

You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.

Here are the benefits of this job:

£65,000 to £90,000 basic salary per annum, depending on experience

Opportunity to work within specialist institutional financial markets

Exposure to a range of financial instruments and trading strategies

Work alongside experienced financial markets professionals

Develop relationships with institutional investors and international market counterparties

Gain exposure to specialist and less-liquid financial markets

Opportunity to develop your commercial expertise and market knowledge

Join an established independent financial services business

Potential for long-term career development within institutional brokerage and trading

Pursuing a Career in Institutional Financial Markets

A career as a Broker / Trader offers the opportunity to develop specialist expertise within the financial services sector, combining market analysis, commercial decision-making and institutional relationship management.

As global financial markets continue to evolve, experienced brokers and traders play an important role in facilitating transactions, identifying liquidity and connecting institutional investors with market opportunities.

For an experienced Broker / Trader looking to develop their career beyond traditional banking or brokerage environments, this position provides an opportunity to broaden market exposure, strengthen professional relationships and build a long-term career within specialist financial services.

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