Securities Borrowing and Lending Trader Vice President
Active / Open Until Filled
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Active / Open Until Filled
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Date posted
September 9, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
London
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Salary
£84,500 - £156,000 /year
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Career level
Senior Manager / Director Level
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Experience
4 – 7 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Securities Borrowing and Lending Trader Vice President, based out of their corporate offices in London, United Kingdom. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Commodities and Global Markets provides clients around the world with capital and financing, risk management, market access, and physical commodity execution across energy, metals, agriculture, and financial markets. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Acting as the EMEA regional lead for Securities Borrowing and Lending (SBL), supporting the AMER/EMEA Head based in New York, this role is responsible for identifying and executing profitable trading opportunities across securities lending markets, with a primary focus on EMEA equities and hard-to-borrow securities.
- The individual sources, prices, and distributes inventory across internal desks and external counterparties, while actively managing equity inventory, funding, liquidity, collateral, and balance sheet usage.
- They monitor and communicate trading risks, market catalysts, and revenue opportunities to key stakeholders, develop and maintain relationships with brokers, custodians, institutional lenders, and other market participants, and contribute to the group's risk management framework by ensuring robust trading practices and operational controls.
- The role also partners closely with sales, trading, and technology teams to enhance product distribution and client engagement, while supporting process improvement, automation, and AI-driven workflow initiatives.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- 5+ years’ securities lending trading experience ideally with exposure to other Delta1 adjacent products.
- Understanding of equity finance/derivative structures and products;.
- Python or similar coding experience strongly preferred, with advanced Excel skills and the ability to design, enhance, or automate trading tools.
- Experience using AI-driven tools, analytics, or automation to streamline workflows, reduce manual processes, or enhance operational efficiency is preferred.
- Ability to evaluate risk versus reward in decision-making, with a strong risk mindset and sound judgement.
- Numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
- Experience interacting with clients, brokers, custodians, institutional lenders, or other external counterparties.
- Entrepreneurial mindset, willingness to engage with operational detail, and ability to challenge the status quo to improve processes and controls.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.