Associate/VP - FX Institutional Sales (Nordic Clients)
Location: Paris, France
Reporting to: Head of FX Sales, EMEA
Overview:
A leading global investment bank is seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual for the role of Associate in FX Institutional Sales, focusing on clients in the Nordic region. This role, based in Paris, involves delivering tailored foreign exchange solutions to institutional clients, including asset managers, hedge funds, and financial institutions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in FX markets, exceptional sales and client relationship skills, and a thorough understanding of the needs of institutional clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Client Relationship Management: Develops and maintains strong relationships with institutional clients in the Nordic region, understanding their FX needs and providing customized solutions.
- Sales Execution: Executes FX transactions, ensuring best execution practices and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
- Market Analysis: Monitors FX market trends, economic indicators, and geopolitical events to provide informed advice and strategies to clients.
- Product Knowledge: Maintains an in-depth understanding of FX products and services, including spot, forward, options, and other derivative instruments.
- Business Development: Identifies and pursues new business opportunities within the institutional client segment, contributing to the growth and profitability of the FX sales team.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Works closely with other teams, including research, trading, and compliance, to deliver comprehensive solutions and enhance client satisfaction.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensures all sales activities adhere to regulatory requirements and internal risk management policies, maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct.
- Reporting: Prepares regular reports on sales activities, client interactions, and market conditions for senior management.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in FX sales, preferably with a focus on institutional clients.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, CMT) are a plus.
Skills:
- Strong understanding of FX markets, products, and trading strategies.
- Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in financial market software and trading platforms.
- Languages: Fluency in English is required; proficiency in one or more Nordic languages is highly desirable.
Why Join:
- Global Platform: Be part of a leading global investment bank with a robust presence in international financial markets.
- Innovative Environment: Work in a dynamic and innovative environment that values creativity and new ideas.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a leading financial institution.
- Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and benefits package, including performance-based incentives.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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