Job Description

:

About Equirus

Equirus is a leading mid?market investment bank with strong practices around M&A, PE, Capital Markets, Institutional Equities, Wealth Management, Insurance Broking, and Portfolio Management Services.
We pride ourselves in being a trusted Investment bank servicing customer with best results in advisory in their investments, best corporates for their growth & capital need and families in managing their wealth. Led by seasoned bankers, we work with the largest and the most reputed investors.
For more details you can visit us at www.equirus.com

Position / Role Title

Execution Trader (Derivatives)

This role reports to the Head-Equity Derivatives Trading

Job

description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly disciplined

Execution Trader - Derivatives

to join our institutional trading desk. The ideal candidate will have exceptional order execution skills, deep familiarity with

Omnesys

and

GreekSoft

trading systems, and the abilityto perform underintense market conditions. This role demands speed, accuracy, and the capacity to manage multiple trades and client instructions simultaneously, while ensuring compliance and risk control.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Execution

+ Execute client orders in equity derivatives, index futures/options, and related products with speed and precision.
+ Manage large and complex orderflows, ensuring minimal slippage and optimal fills.
+ Monitor market depth, liquidity, and price movements in real time to achieve best execution.
+ Handle

block trades

and coordinate with counter parties for smooth settlement.

Platform & System Expertise

+ Operate and manage trades using

Omnesys

and

GreekSoft

trading platforms efficiently.
+ Leverage in-house and third-party algorithms for execution efficiency.
+ Troubleshoot and escalate any system or connectivity issues promptly to avoid trade disruptions.

Market Monitoring &Coordination

+ Track live market conditions, volatility, and order book dynamics to adjust execution strategies.
+ Liaise with sales traders and risk managers to align execution with client objectives.
+ Support

pairs trading

,

arbitrage

, and

special situations

execution as directed by clients.

Risk Management &Compliance

+ Ensure all trades comply with internal risk parameters, exchange rules, and regulatory requirements.
+ Maintain accurate trade records and ensure timely reporting to compliance teams.

Multitasking & Pressure Handling

+ Manage multiple client orders, instruments, and strategies simultaneously without compromising accuracy.
+ Maintain composure and decision-making clarity during high-volume or volatile market periods.

Location(s)

Mumbai

Requirement Specification

(Qualifications & Experience)Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, Economics, Business, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in derivatives execution trading at a broking firm, investment bank, or proprietary desk. Proven track record in high-volume, high-pressure trading environments.

Skills:

Expert-level proficiency in

Omnesys

and

Greek Soft

trading systems. Strong understanding of equity derivatives, index futures/options, and execution algorithms.

Advanced Microsoft Excel

skills for trade analysis, and real-time market monitoring. Ability to multitask effectively in fast-moving markets. Detail-oriented and error-free executor with strong communication, problem-solving resilience, high ethical standards, and a collaborative, mentoring approach

About the Job:

Salary:
Negotiable


Company:
Equirus


Role :
Execution Trader


Category:
Equities - Dealing & Trading


Location:
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, India, Asia


Employment Type:
Full time