Senior Associate, FX and Fixed Income Trader
Job title: Senior Associate, FX and Fixed Income Trader
Direct report: Head,Global Markets
Job purpose:
Key responsibilities:
- Execute FX and fixed income trades on behalf of clients.
- Provide liquidity and make markets in local currency bonds, government securities, and corporate bonds.
- Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and market research to inform trading strategies.
- Analyse yield curves, credit spreads, central bank policies, and FX trends to optimize trading positions.
- Ensure adherence to internal risk limits and regulatory frameworks set by the Bank of Ghana and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
- Liaise with research teams to leverage macroeconomic forecasts and credit ratings for better trading decisions.
- Provide market insights, investment strategies, and structured solutions to clients.
- Generate trade leads through sales trading and client management.
Job context:
This role requires a deep understanding of FX and fixed income markets, strong analytical skills, and the ability to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Job profile:
- Strong ability to execute FX spot, forward, and derivative trades efficiently while managing bid-ask spreads, liquidity, and execution risks.
- Experience with trading platforms such as Bloomberg FXGO, Reuters Dealing, and local interbank systems is essential.
- Deep understanding of macroeconomic factors, interest rates, yield curves, and FX market trends.
- Proficiency in technical and fundamental analysis to drive profitable trading strategies and risk-adjusted decision-making.
- Strong client engagement skills, with the ability to provide strategic FX solutions to institutional investors, corporates, and high-net-worth clients.
- Negotiation and advisory expertise to drive FX sales and trading revenues
- Expert in fixed-income products, macroeconomic factors, interest rate dynamics, and credit analysis.
- Proficient in risk management tools and techniques; strong judgment and problem-solving skills, especially in volatile markets.
- Strong quantitative and analytical abilities to interpret market data, forecast trends, and assess economic impacts on fixed-income securities.
- Ability to make rapid, informed decisions under high-pressure conditions.
- Excellent communication skills to explain trading strategies, market conditions, and investment recommendations clearly to clients.
- Effective negotiation skills with brokers, counterparties, and market participants to secure optimal execution prices and terms.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION
- 5+ Years of experiencce in FX and fixed-income trading.
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, ACI dealing certificate. Advanced degree and/or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CPA) preferred.
BENEFITS
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work with a leading financial services company.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Deadline for applications: 7th March 2025.
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