ETF Trader

Nuveen is the investment management arm of TIAA. It is one of the largest global asset managers with specialist knowledge across a wide array of asset classes, including fixed income, equities and alternatives. Nuveen is driven not only by the independent investment processes across the firm, but also the insights, risk management, analytics and other tools and resources a truly world-class platform provides. As a global asset manager, our mission is to work in partnership with our clients to create outcome-focused solutions to help them secure their financial future. For more information about the firm please visit our website at

Overview of the Role:

The global fixed income team at Nuveen is looking to hire a fixed income trader to expand our existing London team as we build out additional global product offerings. This role will focus on trading European Corporate and Government bond markets in addition to select Emerging Markets and the associated fx for a Global Bond ETF product. This will require a strong understanding of fixed income markets and trading protocols as well as knowledge of ETF product construction. As a member of the Global Trading Team you will also engage with portfolio managers and analysts to contribute to discussion regarding market trends, liquidity conditions and market technicals.

Key responsibilities:

• Serves as the primary trader for the firm's Global ETF product, executing trades across global developed and emerging markets with a strong understanding of local market structures, trading hours and liquidity dynamics.
• Supports the execution and development of trading strategies related to Global ETFs, including both primary (creation/redemption) and secondary market activities along with associated FX hedging requirements.
• Maintain and expand the existing low touch trading of liquid fixed income instruments and develop high touch trading competencies in each market traded on the London desk.
• Monitors market movements and trading environment dynamics to inform on the purchasing and selling of fixed income securities.
• Maintains portfolio records and prepares reports that detail the purchases and sales of fixed income securities.
• Seeks to controls trading costs on behalf of clients to support clients and manage funds.
• Monitors all trading processes and documentation to ensure practices comply with UCITS, MiFID II, and firm level standard policies and procedures.
• Maintains investment customer confidence by keeping order information confidential and cautioning others of potential breaches.
• Troubleshoots daily trade, settlement, and operational issues, ensuring seamless post-trade processes across global time zones, including Asia & EMEA

Qualifications & Experience Required

• 2+ years of credit trading experience in Global/EM markets Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA preferred
• Demonstrated experience with ETF trading mechanisms, including creation/redemption processes
• Proven track record in fixed income securities trading across multiple markets
• Strong understanding of global market structures, trading hours, and liquidity dynamics
• Experience with FX hedging strategies and implementation
• Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, TradeWeb, and other relevant trading platforms
• Knowledge of UCITS, MiFID II regulations, and compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret market movements and trading patterns
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with portfolio managers and operations teams
• Experience troubleshooting trade settlement issues across multiple time zones
• Ability to work effectively during non-standard hours to accommodate global markets
• Strong attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy in trade execution and record-keeping
• These additional qualifications align with the key responsibilities outlined in the job description, particularly focusing on the global ETF trading requirements, regulatory knowledge, and cross-market expertise needed for the position.

Competencies Required

• Strong knowledge of fixed income markets, including bonds, ETFs, and derivative instruments
• Excellent understanding of global market structures, trading hours, and liquidity dynamics across developed and emerging markets
• Proficiency with electronic trading platforms and order management systems
• Ability to analyze market trends and execute timely trading decisions
• Experience with both high-touch and low-touch trading strategies
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills for evaluating trading costs and execution quality
• Excellent risk management capabilities
• Thorough knowledge of regulatory requirements including UCITS and MiFID II
• Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and reporting abilities
• Effective problem-solving skills for resolving trade, settlement, and operational issues
• Ability to work collaboratively with portfolio managers and investment teams
• Strong communication skills to liaise with global teams across different time zones
• Adaptability to changing market conditions and trading environments
• Ethical decision-making and commitment to maintaining client confidentiality

Additional Information

This role requires Certified Staff - UK regulatory designation.

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