Euro/Sterling Swaps Trader
Interest Rate Swaps Trader - EUR / GBP (3-5 Years' Experience)
Location: London or Paris (depending on product coverage)
Division: Global Markets - Rates Trading
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Overview:
A leading global investment bank is seeking a dynamic and driven Interest Rate Swaps Trader to join its Rates Trading team, with a focus on either EUR or GBP swaps. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level trader to take on more responsibility within a high-performing and collaborative trading environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market-making and risk management of EUR or GBP interest rate swaps and related products.
- Execute trades and manage risk across the swaps curve, ensuring alignment with the firm's risk appetite and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with sales, structuring, and research teams to deliver client solutions and market insights.
- Monitor macroeconomic developments and central bank policy to inform trading strategies.
- Contribute to the development of pricing models, trading tools, and automation initiatives.
Candidate Profile:
- 3-5 years of experience in interest rate swaps trading, ideally within a top-tier investment bank or trading house.
- Strong understanding of the EUR or GBP rates markets, including curve dynamics, macro drivers, and regulatory landscape.
- Proven track record of managing risk and generating P&L in a swaps trading role.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and Python or other programming languages a plus.
- Highly motivated, team-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced trading floor environment.
Location:
- London for GBP swaps coverage
- Paris for EUR swaps coverage
Why Join?
- Work within a globally recognised trading platform with access to deep liquidity and cutting-edge technology.
- Be part of a collaborative and meritocratic culture that values innovation and performance.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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