Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· At least 1-2 years of experience in Global Macro related Analysis, trading and execution in a bank, hedgefund or related business.
· Ability to price, trade FX spot, forwards and Vol.
· Detailed knowledge about global Macro derivative markets (commodities, fx, bonds, equities) and their drivers.
· Active buy side investment research and strategy experience.
· Strong analytical mindset in order to identify new trading opportunities across FX pairs.
· Fluency in Microsoft PowerPoint.
· Programming skills (Visual Basic, SQL, Python skills are a must).
· Experience in building and maintinaing quantative models for Macro FX analysis.
· Fluency in English.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide data-driven market analysis and trading ideas to traders on the desk.
· Price and Market Make FX to internal customers within Trafigura.
· Build and maintain relationship with external and internal stakeholders.
· Help on speculative trade execution and implementation of trading strategies.
· View for this role to develop into a risk taking role over time.
Competencies
· Strong communication (written, oral) skills to formulate complex concepts into actionable trading decisions.
· Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with all stakeholders as well provide results under time pressure.
· Strong intrinsic interest in financial markets, geopolitical developments and a sound understanding of economic cycles.
· Intellectual curiosity and flexibility.
