John Fruen
About John Fruen
John Fruen serves as the Head of EMEA Market Structure and Liquidity Strategy at UBS, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in trading and market strategy, having previously worked as an Algorithmic Trader and Electronic Sales Trader.
Current Role at UBS
John Fruen serves as the Head of EMEA Market Structure and Liquidity Strategy at UBS. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing market structure initiatives and liquidity strategies across the EMEA region. His expertise in market dynamics and trading strategies contributes to UBS's efforts in optimizing trading operations and enhancing client services.
Previous Experience at UBS
Prior to his current role, John Fruen worked at UBS as an Algorithmic Trader from 2017 to 2021. During his four years in this position, he operated from London, United Kingdom, where he focused on developing and implementing algorithmic trading strategies. His experience in this role provided him with a strong foundation in quantitative trading and market analysis.
Experience at Instinet Europe Limited
John Fruen has extensive experience at Instinet Europe Limited, where he held multiple roles. He worked as an Electronic Sales Trader from 2007 to 2013, focusing on electronic trading solutions. After this role, he transitioned to the position of Global Product Manager from 2013 to 2017, where he was involved in product development and management for trading services.
Early Career at Microsoft
John Fruen began his career at Microsoft, where he worked as a Support Service Coordinator from 2005 to 2007. In this role, he coordinated support services, contributing to the efficiency of operations and customer satisfaction during his two years with the company.
Education and Academic Background
John Fruen studied at Exeter University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Business Economics from 2002 to 2005. His academic background provided him with a solid understanding of economic principles and business strategies, which he has applied throughout his professional career.