FX Strategist

RHB Bank; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Kuala Lumpur is looking for an FX Research Analyst to produce high-quality research and analysis on market currencies. You will collaborate with sales and trading teams, keep abreast of industry trends, and build strong client relationships. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of macroeconomic principles, proficiency in technical analysis, and excellent communication skills to effectively present to clients. This role offers competitive opportunities for personal development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of macroeconomic principles and their impact on FX markets.
• Proficiency in technical analysis, including experience with financial data platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for institutional client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality research and analysis on market currencies.
• Work closely with sales, trading, and risk teams.
• Keep updated on industry trends and integrate insights.

Skills

Macroeconomic principles

Technical analysis

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Tools

Bloomberg

Reuters

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality research and analysis on major and emerging market currencies.
• Work closely with sales, trading, and risk teams to align strategies with business goals and risk appetite.
• Keep updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and technologies affecting FX markets, integrating insights into decision-making.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering expert guidance and market commentary.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to enhance research methods, analytical tools, and reporting.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Adhere to internal policies, controls, and procedures to ensure compliance and risk awareness.
• Take ownership of personal development and proactively seek feedback to strengthen performance.

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of macroeconomic principles, monetary policy, and their impact on FX markets.
• Proficiency in technical analysis, with experience using Bloomberg, Reuters, and other financial data platforms.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting to institutional clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality research under tight deadlines.