Sales Trader

Rmb - Rand Merchant Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Sales Trader to act as the bridge between clients and markets. The ideal candidate will execute client orders, monitor market conditions, and provide top-tier market intelligence. Applicants should hold a relevant degree and have experience in sales trading. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to client satisfaction while developing analytical skills in a challenging environment.

Benefits

Opportunities to network

Challenging work environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 1–5+ years’ experience in a sales-trading or dealing-desk role.
• Strong understanding of trading platforms and order flow.
• Proficient in market analysis and client response.

Responsibilities

• Bridge between clients and the market, executing trades.
• Manage client orders and identify trading opportunities.
• Monitor markets to provide timely updates to clients.

Skills

Financial market understanding

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client management

Bloomberg proficiency

Reuters proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Economics

Master's or CFA

Job description

Sales Trader – RMB – Rand Merchant Bank

As a Sales Trader, you'll act as the bridge between our clients and the market — providing top-tier execution, market intelligence, and relationship management.

You’ll manage client orders, identify trading opportunities, and ensure smooth, compliant execution across all market conditions.

RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.

Are you someone who can :

Execute and support client orders across equities, FX and derivatives with accuracy, timeliness, and attention to market impact.

Assist senior sales traders in managing daily order flow, trade bookings, and post-trade processes, ensuring smooth execution and minimal errors.

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 the research and RMBMS teams, helping clients stay informed about short-term opportunities and longer-term trends.

Support client relationship management by responding promptly to trade-related queries, providing pricing information, and ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.

Contribute to new business initiatives by identifying potential clients and supporting onboarding processes.

Collaborate closely with internal teams — including 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 trading hours, helping ensure high service levels and efficient workflow management.

Be a team player and always do the right thing.

You will be an ideal candidate if :

Hold a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field (master's or CFA is a plus).

Have 1–5+ years’ experience in a sales-trading, execution, or dealing-desk role.

Have a strong understanding of financial markets, trading platforms, and order flow.

Possess proven communication, negotiation, and client-management skills.

Proficient in Bloomberg & Reuters.

You will have access to :

Opportunities to network and collaborate.

Challenging working environment.

Opportunities to innovate.

We can be a match if you are :

Curious & courageous—driven by an eagerness to learn and a willingness to take bold steps.

Obsessed with mastery—committed to becoming the best at what you do and constantly pushing yourself.

Dedicated to putting clients at the forefront of everything you do.

Are you interested to take the step?

We look forward to engaging with you further.

Apply now!

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards; kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below : 18 / 11 / 25.

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan.

The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities.

Candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis.

The Bank will keep this information confidential unless required by law to disclose it to other parties.

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Finance and Sales

Industry : Banking

Location : Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa