Equity Long/Short Trader - Hedge Fund - Flexible Location

Role overview

A leading global hedge fund is growing its equity long/short platform and is looking for highly analytical, idea-led traders ranging from Associate level up to established Portfolio Managers. The position is for a pod on a global equities book, with a focus on fundamental long/short investing, single-name alpha generation, and market-neutral portfolio construction.

Location flexibility

The employer is open to a range of candidate locations for the right profile. Relocation support and alternative hub-based setups may be considered.

Why this opportunity stands out

• The firm is a large multi-strategy hedge fund with tens of billions in assets under management across equities, macro, fixed income, and commodities.
• Compensation is among the most competitive in the market, with uncapped payouts that are directly tied to individual performance and trading P&L.
• Strong risk, data, and execution systems are already in place, allowing traders to focus on generating returns.

What the firm is seeking

• 2 to 5 years of experience in equity long/short at a multi-manager platform, single-manager fund, or a top-tier equity research role on the sell side.
• A demonstrable track record, ideally with an audited or verifiable P&L history and a minimum 1.5 Sharpe ratio.
• A disciplined fundamental approach, strong differentiated views, and careful risk management.
• Solid financial modelling capability and the ability to manage a clean, hedged portfolio.

Additional information

This role is part of a high-performing buy-side environment and is intended for candidates who can contribute independently to alpha generation within a global equities pod structure.