Foreign Exchange Trader

Our Clients; Makati; Presencial; PHP 500.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Our Clients in the Philippines is seeking an FX Trader to join the team. The role focuses on executing foreign exchange transactions, monitoring market movements, and supporting client portfolio growth.

You will work closely with the Forex Department and Back Office to ensure accurate settlement, stay updated on regulatory requirements, and provide timely market insights and trading recommendations to the Head Trader.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required.
• At least 1 year banking experience, preferably treasury/FX.
• CTP certification preferred.
• Solid understanding of FX markets and currency movements.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and risk-awareness abilities.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in execution.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, market-driven environment.
• Awareness of regulatory requirements and compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Execute FX transactions per trading guidelines and procedures.
• Grow client portfolios via the Forex Department or self-generated leads.
• Monitor FX rates, market levels, trends, and economic developments.
• Provide timely market updates, insights, and trading recommendations to Head Trader.
• Build relationships with clients and identify opportunities to grow FX business.
• Coordinate with Forex Back Office for accurate processing and settlement.
• Stay updated on BSP regulations and FX policies.
• Participate in seminars and training to enhance FX trading knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Forex Department Head.

Conocimientos

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Risk awareness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in any 4-year course

CTP certification

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for Foreign Exchange (FX) Traders to join our the team. The role will be responsible for executing foreign currency transactions, monitoring market movements, supporting client portfolio growth, and providing timely market insights to the trading team.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Forex Department and Back Office to ensure accurate and efficient execution and settlement of FX transactions while maintaining awareness of market developments and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute foreign exchange transactions in accordance with established trading guidelines and procedures.
• Manage and grow client portfolios through collaboration with the Forex Department and/or self-generated leads.
• Monitor foreign exchange rates, market levels, trends, and relevant economic developments.
• Provide timely market updates, insights, and trading recommendations to the Head Trader.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and identify opportunities to grow FX business.
• Coordinate closely with the Forex Back Office to ensure smooth and accurate processing and settlement of transactions.
• Monitor market conditions and developments that may impact foreign currency trading.
• Stay updated on BSP regulations, industry requirements, and relevant foreign exchange policies.
• Participate in seminars, training programs, and other professional development activities to continuously enhance FX trading knowledge and skills.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, trading procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the Forex Department Head.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree graduate of any 4-year course.
• At least 1 year of experience in the banking industry, preferably with exposure to treasury, foreign exchange, dealing, trading, or related financial markets functions.
• Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) certification is required/preferred.
• Working knowledge of foreign exchange markets, currency movements, and financial market fundamentals.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of market trends and economic indicators.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to execute transactions accurately.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, market-driven environment.
• Strong sense of integrity, discipline, and risk awareness.