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Junior Cash Equity Execution Trader - Global Markets

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 15 Oct)

BBVA

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Madrid
Contract: Full-time
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Client Orientation, Empathy, Ethics, Innovation, Proactive Thinking

Nice to have

A minimum of six months of previous training or professional experience within a Global Markets unit would be highly valued

Education & certifications

Academic Background:

Degree in Economics, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. A Master's degree related to Financial Markets, Finance, Economics, or Capital Markets would be highly valued.

Languages

Spanish: Fluent / Native proficiency.
English: Minimum B2 level or equivalent.

The role

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The candidate will be integrated into the Cash Equity Execution Trading team, which is part of the Global Equity Trading Excellence department.

What you'll do

Actively trade cash equities across European and US markets, as well as Asia, Canada, and Emerging Markets, while taking responsibility for resolving operational and trading-related issues arising from the desk's daily activity.
Provide detailed execution feedback and market colour, supported by pre-trade and post-trade performance analysis, with a focus on execution quality and continuous process improvement.
Execute client orders across multiple benchmarks and trading strategies, including VWAP, Close, TWAP, Volume Participation (on primary and/or multiple venues), Alpha Capture / Implementation Shortfall (IS), and Pairs Trading. Execution may be subject to hard or floating limits, including sector-relative constraints and other client-specific parameters.
Support and maintain the electronic trading infrastructure and product offering, including FIX protocol connectivity, DMA and cash equity order routing, helping ensure the stability and efficiency of electronic execution workflows.
Deliver daily market insights and monitor individual stocks and corporate activity, including share buyback programmes, providing tailored execution solutions and market intelligence to both internal and external clients.
Work closely with Sales, Sales Trading, Electronic Trading and other Global Markets teams to ensure efficient order execution, strong client service and alignment across the equity trading franchise.

About BBVA

BBVA (Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria) is a multinational Spanish banking group and one of the largest financial institutions in Europe, with a strong presence in retail banking, corporate and investment banking, and fintech innovation. Headquartered in Madrid, BBVA operates across more than 25 countries, serving over 70 million customers, and is recognized for its leadership in digital transformation within the banking sector. The bank is also a major player in sustainable finance, with significant commitments to green bonds and climate-related lending.

In Spain, BBVA is a market leader with its headquarters in Madrid and a vast network of offices and branches across the country. The company is known for its innovative and technology-driven work culture, investing heavily in AI, data science, and advanced analytics. For international professionals, BBVA offers a dynamic environment with opportunities in quantitative finance, data science, and corporate banking, and it actively recruits talent from around the world, particularly in its Madrid hub. The bank's commitment to sustainability and digital innovation makes it an attractive employer for those looking to work in a forward-thinking financial institution.

Industry: Banking and Fintech
Founded: 1857
Employees: 100,000–150,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: bbva.com

Good to know if you are moving

BBVA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is one of the largest banks in Europe, offering a wide range of career opportunities in finance, technology, and data science.
The company has a strong commitment to digital innovation, with significant investment in AI and data analytics, making it an ideal place for tech and data professionals.
BBVA offers international mobility programs, allowing employees to work across its global network in Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
The bank is a leader in sustainability, with a goal to mobilize 300 billion euros in green financing by 2025, providing opportunities for professionals interested in sustainable finance.
BBVA's work culture emphasizes innovation, diversity, and inclusion, with a focus on employee well-being and professional development.

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About the company & team

BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

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