At a Glance
- Tasks: Quote clients in 145+ currencies and execute FX transactions on various systems.
- Company: Join Corpay, a global leader in commercial payments with a culture of innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, competitive salary, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Other info: Dynamic trading floor environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact in emerging markets while collaborating with global trading desks.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in EM FX Sales or Trading; strong knowledge of African markets preferred.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Corpay is currently looking to hire an Emerging Market FX Sales Trader within our Corpay Cross Border division. This position falls under our FX EM line of business and is located in our trading floor in London.
In this role, you will:
- Quote global clients in 145+ currencies and execute FX transactions on various systems, including Bloomberg, Refinitiv FXT, 360T etc.
- Collaborate closely with UK and US trading desks to provide comprehensive client coverage and support daily trading volume activities.
- Manage end-of-day (EOD) UK position reporting and P&L entry with accuracy and timeliness.
- Serve as a key liaison across global trading desks, ensuring effective communication and operational alignment.
- Follow up with the settlements team, in tight coordination with our dedicated Middle Office and proactively propose improvements when shortcomings are identified.
- Develop competencies and become a reference in selected emerging markets; both for the team and for other internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain and develop relationships with liquidity providers.
- Identify market opportunities and set up compliant processes to offer adequate solutions to clients.
You will report directly to the Regional Director, Emerging Markets, EMEA and regularly collaborate with colleagues in the US and Canada, and as part of the global Emerging Markets desk.
As an Emerging Market FX Sales Trader, you will be expected to work in our Moorgate office in London. Corpay currently provides the flexibility to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays.
Qualifications & Skills
- Ideally 5 years+ in an EM FX Sales and/or Trader function in a bank or fintech.
- Science, Economics, Engineering Master’s degree if you have fewer than 10-years’ experience.
- Strong knowledge of African markets, especially deliverable FX, additional emerging markets a plus.
- Good knowledge of derivatives, including Non-Deliverable Forwards and FX Options.
- Some travel will be required.
Emerging Market FX Trader employer: Corpay
Corpay is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture centred on innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for a Global Travel Operations Specialist. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers. Located in the heart of a vibrant city, our office provides a stimulating environment where you can engage with diverse colleagues and contribute to shaping the future of commercial payments.
