Equity Trading & DMA Specialist

Job description

Intermonte is an Investment Firm for Italian SMEd and institutional investors operating in trading, advisory, and financial research, with a strong focus on equities, derivatives, and structured products. Thanks to its deep specialization in the Italian and European markets, Intermonte supports investors with independent analysis, tailored solutions, and high-quality trade execution. The company’s structure includes specific business lines dedicated to: Sales & Advisory Investment Banking Global Markets Websim (digital investing platform).

Intermonte is a part of Banca Generali Group, a private banking group, able to offer its customers the best strategies for effective financial planning and in the protection of clients through a network of private consultants at the top of the sector in terms of skills and expertise/professionalism. The Equity Trading & DMA team provides execution and electronic trading services to institutional clients, offering access to equity markets through high-touch and low-touch solutions.

The team works closely with investors, sales traders, and technology specialists to deliver efficient execution, market expertise, and best-in-class client service.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and monitor institutional equity order flow across multiple trading venues and execution channels. Support and oversee Direct Market Access (DMA) and electronic execution services for domestic and international clients. Monitor execution quality, trading performance, and market activity throughout the trading day. Conduct pre-trade and post-trade controls to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal requirements.

Analyze trading metrics, execution reports, and market data to identify opportunities for process and performance improvements. Liaise with institutional clients, Sales Traders, and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient execution and issue resolution. Collaborate with Technology and Operations teams on trading platform enhancements and automation initiatives. Maintain a strong understanding of market structure, trading regulations, and industry developments.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of execution processes and client servicing standards. Support regulatory reporting and best execution monitoring activities.

Qualifications

Minimum 4 years of experience in Equity Trading, DMA, Electronic Trading, Brokerage, Execution Services, or Capital Markets. Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, or a related field. Solid understanding of equity markets, market microstructure, and execution processes. Experience working with institutional clients and electronic trading platforms. Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Fluent English, both written and spoken.

Nice to have

Knowledge of DMA, algorithmic trading, smart order routing, and electronic execution protocols. Experience with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, FactSet, Fidessa, FlexTrade, Bloomberg EMSX, or similar trading platforms. Basic knowledge of Python, VBA, SQL, or other programming languages. Understanding of MiFID II, Best Execution, and market abuse regulations. Experience in Equity Sales Trading or Institutional Brokerage environments.

CFA, CQF, or similar professional qualifications. Exposure to European and international equity markets. Experience participating in trading technology or automation projects.