FX Markets Analyst

Ballinger Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an FX Markets Analyst to join their dynamic team. This entry-level role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to start their career in financial services, focusing on FX trading and market analysis. The successful candidate will write insightful reports, engage with clients, and contribute to the company's growth through seminars and forums. With a strong emphasis on professional development, this role promises to provide a solid foundation for a successful career in finance, supported by a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Plan

Pension Plans

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration is required.
• Prior experience in technical & fundamental analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Write daily market reports & commentary on FX pairs and financial markets.
• Communicate with high-value clients to support their decision-making.
• Conduct seminars & forums to share FX knowledge with clients.

Skills

Systematic Thinking

Mathematical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Presentation Skills

Fluency in English

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Market Research

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Economics

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Bloomberg

Thomson Reuters

Job description

Ballinger & Co. is an independent provider of foreign exchange risk management and trading services to financial institutions and corporate clients with large and complex FX requirements.

We are a fast-growing, well-funded business run by a team of FX specialists who previously built and sold the UK's largest FX broker.

Having launched the business in 2020 and exceeded all our goals to date, we now seek to expand our team with the recruitment of an FX Markets Analyst.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to start their career in financial services or professionals seeking a role with unlimited potential.

Responsibilities

• Write daily market reports & commentary on G10-Asia-EM FX pairs, Money Markets, Equities, Treasury Bonds, Major Indices, commodities & Central Banks activity.
• Collect information and create charts related to FX trading activities, news concerning Local FX, Gold & Global Financial Markets.
• Act as the company's media spokesperson regarding FX Markets.
• Communicate with high-value clients to support their decision-making.
• Conduct seminars & forums to share FX knowledge with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Excellent personality, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Well-organized, team-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
• Prior experience in technical & fundamental analysis is advantageous.

Required Skills

• Strong systematic thinking with knowledge of global economic analysis and forecasting.
• High mathematical, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Fluent in both written and spoken English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Experience with market research platforms such as Bloomberg & Thomson Reuters.

Requirements

This role is suitable for candidates aspiring to build a career in financial services, including those early in their careers who demonstrate:

• Attention to detail.
• Willingness to pursue professional qualifications.
• High standards of work, loyalty, work ethic, and commitment.
• A passion for contributing to the company's growth.

Benefits

• Private Healthcare Plan
• Pension Plans
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive salary (based on experience) and opportunities for progression.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing and Sales