LatAm FX Trader

Taptap Send; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An innovative fintech company is seeking a skilled LATAM FX Trader to manage and optimize foreign exchange trading activities in the Latin American region. This role requires a deep understanding of FX markets, strong analytical and communication skills, and fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. As part of a mission-driven team, you will contribute to the growth of the company by executing trades, developing strategies, and fostering relationships with key market participants. Join a fast-paced environment where your expertise can make a real impact on reducing inequity for immigrants sending money home.

Qualificações

• 3-5 years of experience in FX trading or FICC sales focused on Latin American currencies.
• Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Execute FX trades ensuring optimal pricing and efficient capital allocation.
• Build relationships with banks and liquidity providers for favorable trading conditions.

Conhecimentos

FX trading

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Quantitative skills

Relationship management

Attention to detail

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

CFA certification

Ferramentas

Trading platforms

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our Mission
Reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets.

The Team
Founded by Harvard grads / 3rd-time founders --- also founded Segovia (successful exit) and GiveDirectly (>300M revenue, fastest-growing NGO). Top performers from top and varied organizations (e.g., Bain, Bolt, Google, McKinsey, SafeBoda, Uber, Zipline) --- we like moving fast, and we hire people that do as well. Driven by mission, guided by values (see below) – in deed, not just word. Team as global as the mission, >30 languages from 25 countries.

About Us
Taptap Send is backed by top VCs (Spark, Canaan, Reid Hoffman, Breyer Capital, etc.), rapidly growing and a great place for those looking for both impact and a fast-paced tech startup environment. Launched in 2019, Taptap is tapping into a transformative shift in global finance: from banks to phones. Taptap Send allows immigrants to send money home instantly and with no fee*, saving money in the process. Our mission is to reduce inequity by helping immigrants move money home, and become the leading cross-border fintech for emerging markets.

*We charge fees for transfers on fixed exchange rate corridors (e.g., XOF, XAF).

Role

The LATAM FX Trader will be responsible for growing, managing and optimising foreign exchange (FX) trading activities for the Latin American region.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of FX markets, established relationships with banks and liquidity providers, strong analytical skills, and the ability to execute trades efficiently. Fluency in English, Portuguese and Spanish is essential to effectively communicate and negotiate with stakeholders across the region.

Responsibilities

• Trading Execution: Execute FX trades on behalf of the company, ensuring optimal pricing and efficient capital allocation.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strategy Development: Contribute to the development of Taptap Send’s growing LATAM business, working with growth and country teams to optimise our FX sourcing and working capital efficiency.
• Relationship Management & Network Expansion: Build and maintain strong relationships with local banks, liquidity providers, and other key market participants to ensure favorable trading conditions and access to competitive rates.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in FX trading or FICC sales, with a focus on Latin American currencies.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. Advanced certifications or degrees (e.g., CFA) are a plus.
• Languages: Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, both written and spoken.
• Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills, proficiency in trading platforms and tools, and a solid understanding of FX market dynamics.
• Attributes: High level of attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Taptap Values

Impact first

Team next

Accept reality

Propose solutions

Win with grit

Be proactively candid, with yourself and others

Love the particular

Own it

Create positive energy

Maybe, even have fun

Taptap Send is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualifications, experience and business need. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented communities to apply.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. Any information you provide us in this respect will only be used to accommodate your requirements.

Note: we recognize imposter syndrome is real - any candidate that does not perfectly fit every characteristic of this role is still strongly encouraged to apply.