Sales Trader

Rmbwestport; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Trader to bridge clients and the market by executing client orders and providing market intelligence. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics, along with 1-5+ years in a sales trading role. Strong communication and financial market understanding are essential. This full-time position offers a challenging working environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years’ experience in a sales trading, execution or dealing desk role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trading platforms and order flow.
• Proven communication, negotiation and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support client orders across equities, FX and derivatives.
• Assist senior sales traders in managing daily order flow.
• Monitor markets and provide updates on price movements.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client Management

Financial Market Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or a related field

Master’s or CFA

Tools

Bloomberg

Reuters

Job description

Sales Trader – Johannesburg

Full‑time position. Submit applications before Nov 18.

About the Role

As a Sales Trader, you bridge our clients and the market, providing top‑tier execution, market intelligence and relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support client orders across equities, FX and derivatives with accuracy, timeliness and market impact awareness.
• Assist senior sales traders in managing daily order flow, trade bookings and post‑trade processes.
• Monitor markets and client tickets throughout the trading day, providing updates on price movements, liquidity and relevant macroeconomic or sector developments.
• Generate and distribute market commentary and trade ideas in collaboration with research and RMBMS teams.
• Respond to trade‑related queries, provide pricing information and ensure high client satisfaction.
• Identify potential clients and support onboarding processes to contribute to new business initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams – Research, Sales, Trading, risk, compliance and operations.
• Participate in team discussions and morning market calls, actively developing product knowledge and trading acumen.
• Stay up to date on global financial markets, macroeconomic events and industry developments to strengthen analytical skills and client communication.
• Support the sales trading desk during peak hours, ensuring high service levels and efficient workflow.
• Be a team player and maintain ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or a related field (Master’s or CFA a plus).
• 1‑5+ years’ experience in a sales trading, execution or dealing desk role.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trading platforms and order flow.
• Proven communication, negotiation and client management skills.
• Proficiency in Bloomberg and Reuters.

What We Offer

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging working environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.
• FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan ensures inclusive hiring.
• Support for candidates with disabilities, with voluntary disclosure and confidentiality.
• Love putting our clients at the forefront of what we do.

Application Note

Applications will not be accepted on or after the closing date. Please submit before Nov 18.