Who we are looking for
We are looking for a Foreign Exchange Sales to join our team in Singapore. The successful applicant will be responsible for a portfolio of diverse Institutional clients. A strong sense of team is essential, as the person in the role will be expected to work closely with trading, research, relationship management and our global colleagues. It is important to be a self-starter and have at least four years’ experience in a similar role.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.
Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
As AVP, Foreign Exchange Sales you will
- Interaction with clients across client segments to include as well as Asset Manager, Asset Owner, Insurance, Official Institutions, Hedge Funds, eFX clients and regional and global clients – dealing and producing market updates – over various communication platforms.
- Provide secondary and tertiary support to local, regional and global client relationships– to share accountability for client relationships and business development
- Expand client relationships by taking responsibility of primary coverage for certain clients and onboarding new ones
- Pricing and keying in trades, sending out trade confirmations, liaising with middle and back office on trades
- Generate daily and monthly reports on FX business – conduct analysis on client’s performance.
- Assist and coordinate client events/functions for SSGM FX
- Strong risk management culture – showing accountability and responsibilities in all daily activities and personal conduct.
- Internal collaboration amongst local, regional and global colleagues to enhance and develop existing and new client relationships through innovation and creative thinking.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.
- Team player
- Strong communication skills
- Hands on, proactive, and timely response to requests
- Ability to cross-sell and project manage opportunities.
- Attention to detail, proactive, ability to respond to all client requests in a timely manner.
- Mature and articulate communication with clients, peers and senior management alike
- Ability to work as a team member.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor (or higher) degree holder
- 4+ years of experience in a similar role
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
