Foreign Exchange Trader
Job Summary
To trade Spot FX the assigned single product within the defined mandate to maximise trading book profit while adhering to defined risk levels codes of conduct and statutory regulations.
Qualifications :
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Any quantitative related field of study
Experience Required
Spot Foreign Exchange
Global Markets Trading Market Making
1-2 years
Knowledge and application of the relevant Global Market trading systems required. Proficient understanding and application of appropriate market knowledge norms and principles in complying to market rules and regulations.
3-4 years
Proficient knowledge experience and demonstrated ability in trading global market product(s) preferably within Standard Bank. Requires an understanding of relevant currencies trading limits economic regulatory and market drivers for a specific area of trading. Experience on the Standard Bank FX graduate programme strongly preferred.
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Behavioural Competencies:
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- Articulating Information
- Developing Expertise
- Documenting Facts
- Examining Information
- Exploring Possibilities
- Following Procedures
- Interacting with People
- Interpreting Data
- Producing Output
- Providing Insights
- Team Working
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Business Acumen (Audit)
- International Market Knowledge
- Market Analysis
- Product Knowledge (Trading Transacting)
- Risk/ Reward Thinking
- Trade Execution
- Trade opportunity creation
Additional Information :
Our Values
- We are deeply committed
- We are boldly pioneering
- We are trusted stewards
- We are guided by empathy
- We are unfailingly honorable
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
About Company
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients ... View more