Junior Derivatives Trader

1 month ago

Cape Town, South Africa The Recruitment Council Full time
Purpose of the Role

An exciting opportunity for a junior trader to join a dynamic Derivatives Trading team. This role offers incredible growth potential and exposure to financial markets, making it ideal for an individual eager to build a career in the derivatives market. The candidate will work alongside senior traders, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of trading, with the goal of becoming an independent and capable trader.

Key Responsibilities
  • Trading Support: Work closely with senior traders to understand and support the day-to-day trading process. This includes learning how trades are executed, how strategies are developed, and how risk is managed.
  • Market Intelligence: Provide high-quality, asset-class-specific market intelligence to clients, helping them make informed decisions in the derivatives market.
  • Proactive Revenue Generation: Focus on generating revenue by identifying market opportunities, taking the initiative, and proactively engaging with clients and market developments.
  • Order Execution: Manage and execute orders with precision, ensuring each trade is handled with accountability and professionalism.
  • Research & Analysis: Generate and distribute market intelligence and ongoing research reports to support the trading desk. Develop bespoke research products and new trading ideas.
  • Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings, answering queries and providing updates on market conditions and trading opportunities.
  • Team Collaboration: Engage in team discussions, attend morning meetings, and collaborate on strategies to ensure effective execution and a cohesive working environment.
Required Experience
  • 1-3 years of experience in a stockbroking or investment banking environment, with exposure to financial markets and trading.
  • Proficiency in using trading/information systems to execute and track trades effectively.
  • A strong interest in financial markets, particularly the derivatives market and its products.
Required Qualifications
  • Tertiary qualification with a solid understanding of Statistics and Economics.
  • Completion of the JSE trading exams (RPE) is advantageous.
  • Strong Excel skills; any additional programming skills (e.g., Python, VBA) are a bonus.
Key Competencies
  • Work Ethic: Self-motivated, driven, and results-oriented, with a focus on achieving goals.
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to think logically and address challenges effectively.
  • Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Client Communication: Personable, confident, and able to communicate professionally with clients, both orally and in writing.
  • Team Player: Collaborative and supportive within a team environment, contributing to overall success.
  • Attention to Detail: Highly accurate in executing trades and producing research.
  • Innovation: Capable of thinking creatively to generate new trading ideas and improve strategies.
Why This Role?

This position provides a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to break into the derivatives trading space and gain valuable market exposure. The role offers strong professional growth, with clear development paths for ambitious traders. By joining a highly experienced trading desk, the candidate will be positioned to develop both their trading and client-facing skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to kickstart a successful career in derivatives trading.

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