Senior Trader

Equiti is a pioneering fintech firm and world-class provider of multi-asset fintech products - from liquidity solutions to in-house tech hubs to online trading platforms. With over 400 global specialists in 9 languages, Equiti provides clients with access to individual, professional, and institutional brokerage services in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

At Equiti, we believe that financial opportunities can unlock potential for everyone, everywhere. We’re on a mission to deliver accessible online trading products around the world through education and accessibility.

Think finance is stuffy? Think again.

We see Equiti as a new breed of broker, and we are on the lookout for talented individuals who can perform and excel in a dynamic and innovative working environment. Our Trading department would like to welcome an experienced dynamic

Senior Trader in our office in Dubai.

Responsibilities:

P&L Ownership & Risk Management

• Risk oversight for key asset classes (FX, Indices, Commodities, Equities), ensuring optimal profitability while adhering to firm-wide risk appetite.
• Oversee real-time risk monitoring and hedging strategies; adjust market exposure dynamically to reflect market conditions and internal objectives.

Execution & Pricing Oversight

• Oversee order execution quality across internal and external venues; continuously refine routing logic and price distribution mechanisms.

Operational Excellence

• Champion process automation and trading desk scalability by working with developers and system architects.
• Ensure robust documentation and maintenance of dealing room operating procedures and trading workflows.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Liaise with B2C, B2B, and Institutional Sales and Business Development teams to align pricing strategy, liquidity provision, and product requirements with commercial goals.
• Work closely with Compliance and Legal to ensure trading practices meet global regulatory standards (e.g., MiFID II, ESMA, DFSA, etc.).

Strategic Trading Initiatives

• Work together with Quantitative Research, Risk, and Technology teams to design and refine algorithmic pricing, auto-hedging, and execution tools.
• Lead initiatives to enhance book segmentation, client tiering, and internalization efficiency.

Leadership & Mentoring

• Lead and mentor junior traders and dealing desk staff to ensure consistency in execution, adherence to best practices, and continued development of team capability.

Skills & Competencies

• Deep knowledge of multi-asset market making and risk warehousing
• Expertise in trade execution, order flow analysis, and client behavior analytics
• High technical literacy in trading platforms (MT4/5) and pricing engines platforms (e.g. OneZero, PXM, FlexTrade)
• Strong analytical capabilities with a proactive, data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills and cross-functional stakeholder engagement

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in CFD trading, preferably within a regulated broker or market-making firm
• Proven track record managing P&L and delivering trading desk profitability
• Proficient in Excel/VBA; experience with SQL, Python, or other scripting languages a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

Perks

Each of our offices has its special perks; be it ‘no ties’, free lunches, charity events, or a hybrid work policy, but whenever you walk into an Equiti office, you’re sure to see a friendly face. We encourage international collaborations and always keep our eyes open to how we can do more.

The benefits you can expect at your Equiti workplace include:

• Competitive salary package
• Performance-based bonus
• Medical insurance coverage for employees and family members
• Smart working options
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Personalized career development
• Company lunch in the office
• Regular company events

With energy, drive, and imagination, there’s no limit to where your career can go at Equiti. We have a diverse workforce and geographical spread of offices, and strongly support career development initiatives as well as provide a range of opportunities for professional and life experiences.

Equiti is an equal opportunity employer.

“Equiti” refers to a group of companies consisting of seven regulated financial services companies licensed to operate in the respective jurisdictions of their incorporation, in addition to our tech and marketing hubs. Equiti has presence in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.