Principal Book Monitoring

• Manage the daily and monthly P&L of the principal book inventory to ensure spreads are aligned with market conditions and within agreed parameters — avoiding excessive wins/losses.
• Keep inventory at reasonable levels and manage risk.
• Responsible for the P&L of the Principal Book.
• Ensure firm streaming prices are aligned with prevailing market conditions.
• Manage inventory replenishment based on target prices and weighted average cost (WAC), adjusting streaming prices as required to optimise inventory levels.

Spread Management

• Review algo-generated real-time indicative and firm prices against market context and liquidity provider data.
• Adjust algo spreads during periods of market volatility in line with Head of FI ET guidelines.

Inventory Management

• Qualify and approve new bonds for inclusion in the fractional/standard bonds trading inventory based on liquidity, denomination, trading hours, capital impact, and risk profile.
• Work with the Head of FI ET to approve ISINs for bulk upload via automated processes.

Data & Connectivity Checks

• Monitor automated data alerts (missing prices, abnormal price moves) from the central data management system.
• Liaise with the Data team and Head of FI ET to resolve any pricing issues flagged by alerts.
• Assist in diagnosing FIX connectivity issues and work with Technology and Head of FI ET to resolve.

Collaborate with Head of FI ET

• to optimise and enhance the electronic trading platform — providing trading input when requested during new features development cycles,

Post-Trade Support

• Collaborate with Operations on failed settlement investigations, acting as a second-line escalation point.
• Assisting on any calculations needed.
• Provide feedback to the Head of FI ET on recurring operational or execution issues.

Market Awareness & Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of fixed income markets, market structure, and regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to FCA regulations and internal compliance protocols.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of fixed income trading experience, preferably with exposure to electronic or hybrid environments.
• Strong understanding of bond markets, dealer/client workflows, and liquidity dynamics across corporate and sovereign bonds (multiple currencies and domiciled bonds).
• Strong understanding of the bond trading calculations.
• Experience handling both principal and agency trades.
• Familiarity with platforms such as Tradeweb, Bloomberg, and OMS systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across desks and functions.
• High attention to detail and ability to perform under pressure in a time-sensitive trading environment.
• Understanding of automated pricing, spread logic.
• Experience with low touch and high touch bond trading.
• Advanced Excel, Python, SQL (data analysis, automation, and reporting).

Our Culture

We believe innovation relies on inclusion and diversity. At GTN, our culture encourages creativity, bold ideas, and out-of-the-box thinking at every level — turning ideas into pioneering results. We foster a fast-paced, collaborative, and inclusive work environment where consistent learning is celebrated, and every team member is empowered to perform at their highest potential. We hold ourselves to a clear code — to be transparent in how we communicate, to lead with equality, to own our work with pride, and to act with professionalism at every level.

Why Join GTN?

As investing becomes increasingly digital, cross-border, and embedded into financial services, GTN sits at the centre of this transformation. Joining us means working with innovative partners and talented colleagues across trading, technology, and product teams in a fast-growing, international environment.

What You’ll Enjoy at GTN

• Competitive salary that reflects your experience and impact.
• A real learning curve - structured programmes, coaching, and international exposure.
• 500+ colleagues across six global markets to learn from and build with.
• Career growth in a fintech that's genuinely scaling.
• Private health insurance.
• Events and Engagement that truly connect people.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, or gender, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law in the markets we operate. We are committed to reasonable accommodation for all applicants and employees.