Foreign Exchange Trader

Foreign Exchange Trader

We are seeking a skilled Foreign Exchange Trader to join our team. As a key member, you will be responsible for executing trades and managing client orders with the utmost professionalism.

This role involves maintaining market integrity and adhering to best execution standards, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in Kenya. You will work closely with internal risk and compliance functions to uphold transparency and investor protection.

• Act with honesty and fairness in all transactions, prioritizing client interests and market integrity.
• Establish and maintain robust controls to mitigate risks associated with online foreign exchange trading.
• Ensure the proper segregation of client funds from company assets.
• Provide clear and concise risk disclosure to clients before engaging in trades.
• Comply with reporting and record-keeping obligations under relevant regulations.
• Implement anti-money laundering policies consistent with applicable laws.
• Utilize approved trading platforms with capabilities for audit trails and data integrity.
• Maintain adequately trained personnel to manage and supervise trading activities.

• Must have prior approval for any license by a financial sector regulator and be willing to undergo this process with our organization to register with the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and pass the Fit and Proper assessment by the CMA.
• A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, law, accounting, or a related field is required.
• At least three years of experience in foreign exchange trading, demonstrating ability to perform effectively.
• Certification from the Association Cambiste Internationale-Financial Markets Association or its equivalent (ACI) such as Chartered Financial Analyst is mandatory.
• Recent experience in retail financial services (ideally brokerage) in Kenya, along with strong working knowledge of Kenyan financial services regulations and requirements, is necessary.
• No history of fraudulent financial dealings or regulatory breaches can be tolerated.
• A solid understanding of corporate governance, financials, and risk management is essential.
• Strong leadership skills are required to excel in this role.
• The ability to handle complex issues, projects, and processes is crucial.
• Demonstrate strong moral and ethical principles, accept accountability, and show initiative and effective cooperation.
• A strong sense of financial integrity, responsibility, and the ability to carry out regulated activities competently, honestly, and fairly is vital.
• Good reputation, character, and reliability are mandatory.

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work-Life Harmony: Join an organization that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Share the love Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we've got your back Plus, location-specific benefits and perks.
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply).
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.

Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.