Global Equity Trader

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants, and financial intermediaries—are served by over 950 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.

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Brown Advisory is seeking a Global Equity Trader to help lead the execution of global equity strategies across U.S., European, and Asian markets. This role requires U.S. and global markets expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and a thorough understanding of capital markets with the flexibility to operate during overnight or early morning trading sessions, as needed. The ideal candidate will support both U.S. and global strategies, collaborate across internal and external stakeholders, manage complex trade operations, and contribute to the optimization of portfolio performance. This trader will also be expected to provide coverage for other equity traders, with the team working collaboratively to ensure coverage across time zones. This position is based in the Baltimore, MD office.

Core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

As part of the Equity Trading Desk at Brown Advisory, your core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Global Trading Execution and Strategy

• Execution of equity trades across U.S., European, and Asian equity markets on behalf of Brown Advisory’s institutional and private client portfolios
• Actively monitor US and global equity markets to identify and execute trading opportunities for institutional equity strategies, including coverage of overnight sessions on a rotational basis with another trader
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and early mornings when appropriate, as part of a collaborative team structure that is designed to ensure balanced coverage and strategic support across global time zones
• Assist with managing, rebalancing, and optimizing portfolios to maximize strategy performance, while minimizing risk
• Demonstrate expertise in capital markets with the ability to collaborate effectively with various sell-side desks, including Equity Capital Markets, High Touch Cash, Low-Touch/Electronic, Program Trading, and ETF providers
• Provide backup coverage for other equity traders to ensure consistent execution and team continuity across the trading platform
  
  

Strategic Relationships and Market Intelligence

• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts to align trading strategies with investment objectives
• Partner with internal infrastructure teams to improve trading systems, workflows, and reporting tools
• Stay current on global market structure developments, regulatory changes, and trading innovations
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with brokers, as well as other external counterparties through on-site visits and/ or conferences to expand the firm’s network and close industry knowledge gaps
• Serve as escalation contact for colleagues with trade related questions that require complex solutions
  
  

Trading Oversight and Governance

• Assist with management of CSA budget and bundled research arrangements
• Produce and be able to present on quarterly best execution and board reporting
• Respond to Institutional investor requests including RFPs, due diligence, and quarterly questionnaires
  
  

Qualifications

• 10 years of global equity trading experience across global markets and managing firm risk
• Proven leader and self-starter requiring limited oversight
• Ability to work rotational overnight shifts to support global trading operations
• Proficiency with global equities, ETFs, capital markets, mutual funds, and/or currencies
• Collaborative and proactive mindset with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with compliance regulations regarding best execution and fair allocation practices
• Ability to prepare, analyze and disseminate information appropriately; pre and post trade TCA data, liquidity events, and commission analyses
• Experience with various trading technologies, including Bloomberg, Advent APX, and/or Charles River preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with preferable focus in accounting, finance, or economics
  
  

We are looking for individuals with the following characteristics:

• Strategic thinker with a passion for global equity, capital markets, and ETFs
• Demonstrable history of success in former roles
• Flexible and adaptable
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to maintain composure and focus through stressful situations
• Emotionally disciplined to effectively read personalities to maximize an effective outcome of trading scenarios and contract negotiations
• Easily viewed as a trustworthy and dependable team player
• Self-confidence
• Fair and balanced in negotiating complex situations
• A focused, dedicated, entrepreneurial, open-minded personality
  
  

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization (e.g., H-1B , O-1, F-1 (OPT), TN, or any other non-immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).

MD Salary: $175k-$200k Commensurate with experience and location. This range does not include bonus or long term incentive eligibility, which are applicable for this role.

Benefits

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness program participation incentive
• Financial wellness program
• Fitness event fee reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
• Adoption Benefits
• Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Paid parental leave
• Group Long Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)
  
  

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.