Head of Trading
2 weeks ago
THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU A high-growth fintech company is building the next generation of payment infrastructure across Africa. They are on a mission to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders. They are looking for a commercially driven and technically savvy Head of Trading to join their trading team in Cape Town. This hybrid role combines real-time market making, pricing across FX and crypto pairs, client interaction, and collaboration with developers and quants to enhance trading infrastructure. You will play a key role in shaping trading operations and contributing to the growth of cross-border payments in Africa. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Make competitive two-way prices across major and emerging FX pairs and leading crypto assets. Monitor liquidity venues, OTC flows, and market depth to optimize pricing and execution. Maintain real-time visibility on P&L, inventory, spreads, and risk exposures. Execute trades and manage flows within risk limits and compliance policies. Quote spot FX and crypto prices directly to institutional and high-volume clients. Negotiate trade terms and manage client expectations on pricing and execution. Provide market insights and pricing rationale to internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with the sales on onboarding, pricing strategies, and client retention. Work with quant and engineering teams to enhance pricing engines, trading algorithms, and execution logic. Suggest and test improvements for latency reduction, pricing accuracy, and auto-hedging. Analyze trade data to optimize spreads, slippage, and trading performance. Support system upgrades, new product launches, and venue integrations. Collaborate with leadership on business processes and revenue-generation strategies. Assist with ad hoc tasks and attend stakeholder meetings when required. OUR REQUIRED EXPERTISE Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Professional certifications (CFA, CA, FASSA) advantageous but not required. 5–10 years in spot or derivative market making. OTC, institutional crypto, or FX trading experience preferred. Proven track record in pricing, risk management, and client interaction. Familiarity with both centralized and decentralized crypto venues is an advantage. Strong understanding of pricing models, market making, order books, and market dynamics. Knowledge of FIX protocols, WebSocket APIs, and trading platform integrations. For more roles, please have a look at our website ( or follow us on LinkedIn ( #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Head of Trading
2 weeks ago
WorkFromHome, South Africa 60 Degrees Full timeHead of Trading 60 Degrees – City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa A high‑growth fintech company is building the next generation of payment infrastructure across Africa. They are on a mission to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders. They are looking for a commercially driven and technically savvy Head of Trading to...
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Head of Trading
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WorkFromHome, South Africa 60 Degrees Full timeOverview Lumepay Pty Ltd Workshop 17 The Watershed 17 Dock Road Waterfront, Cape Town Job Title: Head of Trading | Location: Cape Town | Department: Trading | Reports To: Director/COO | Job Type: Full-time | Job Level: Senior Role Overview We are looking for a commercially driven and technically savvy Head of Trading to join our trading team. The role...
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Head Of Trading
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WorkFromHome, South Africa Lumepay Full timeAbout Lumepay We are a high-growth fintech company building the next generation of payment infrastructure across Africa. Our mission is to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders. We operate at the intersection of financial innovation and real-world impact, empowering businesses and consumers with tools to thrive in a rapidly...
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Head of Trading
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WorkFromHome, South Africa 60degrees Full timeJob Description THE OPPORTUNITY THAT AWAITS YOU A high-growth fintech company is building the next generation of payment infrastructure across Africa. They are on a mission to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders. They are looking for a commercially driven and technically savvy Head of Trading to join their trading team in...
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Head of Trading
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WorkFromHome, South Africa 60 Degrees Full timeA leading financial firm in South Africa is seeking a Head of Trading to manage market making and pricing for FX and crypto assets. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in trading along with strong client negotiation skills. The role involves collaborating with technical teams to enhance trading infrastructure and executing trades in...
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Head of Trading: FX
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WorkFromHome, South Africa 60 Degrees Full timeA high-growth fintech company is seeking a Head of Trading for their Cape Town team. This hybrid role focuses on market making and pricing across FX and crypto, requiring a balance of commercial acumen and technical skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in trading, risk management, and client interaction. You will collaborate with...
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Head of Trading: Real-Time FX
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Head of Trading: Real-Time FX
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WorkFromHome, South Africa Lumepay Full timeA high-growth fintech company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Head of Trading to lead market making operations and negotiate with clients in the FX and crypto markets. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills, with a proven track record in pricing and risk management. This hybrid role provides opportunities...
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