From Trading Floor to Leadership with Kate Hill, Global Head of Trading at Aviva Investors

In this episode, Anthony speaks with Kate Hill, Global Head of Trading at Aviva Investors, about her three-decade career spanning Citi, Morgan Stanley, HSBC, and Aviva.

Kate shares what it was like stepping onto the trading floor for the first time, how major market events shaped her path, and the cultural differences she experienced across leading global institutions. She also reflects on transitioning into leadership, balancing personal challenges with career decisions, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

It’s a candid conversation packed with advice for students and early-career professionals - from resilience and adaptability to the skills that will define the future of trading as technology transforms finance.

(00:00) Trading Intro & Career Journey

(02:57) First Impressions on the Floor

(07:23) Intersection of Markets & Politics

(08:48) Key Market Events & Decisions

(11:47) Reality of Dynamic Markets

(13:14) The Value of Experience

(19:25) Cultural Differences in Finance

(22:43) Moving into Leadership

(26:53) Personal Challenges & Career Choices

(34:46) Asset Management vs Sell-Side

(37:00) Advice for Aspiring Professionals

(41:15) Future of Trading & Tech