FX and Rates Trader - Emerging Markets
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- Abu Dhabi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Role: FX and Rates Trader
- Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
- Industry: Banking
- Experience: 5+ years
- Job Type: Full-time
FX and Rates Trader - Emerging Markets in Abu Dhabi UAE within the Banking industry is a high-value opportunity for professionals specializing in foreign exchange and rates trading across non-GCC and frontier markets. This role focuses on executing trades, managing risk exposure, and enhancing profitability through strategic pricing and market analysis.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Investment Management
Salary: 25000-38000
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Context
The FX and Rates Trader is responsible for managing trading activities in emerging markets while supporting overall desk performance. The role contributes to revenue generation through market-making, customer flow management, and the development of new trading opportunities while maintaining strict risk controls.Key Responsibilities
- Execute FX and rates trades across emerging and frontier markets to maximize profitability
- Manage customer flow and provide competitive pricing to support sales and client engagement
- Collaborate with sales teams on client visits and trading strategies to strengthen client relationships
- Analyze market trends and provide insights, trade ideas, and commentary
- Work closely with quant teams to refine pricing models and valuation frameworks
- Ensure pricing systems, curves, and trading frameworks align with market standards
- Monitor and manage risk exposure within approved limits and counterparty guidelines
- Identify new product opportunities and regional market expansion strategies
- Develop and implement effective risk mitigation techniques
- Enhance trading desk performance through process improvements and innovation
- Support reporting processes and improve operational efficiency
- Mentor junior traders and contribute to team development
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in FX and rates trading or global markets roles
- Strong knowledge of global markets products, pricing models, and trading strategies
- Experience in emerging or frontier markets, including Sub-Saharan Africa, is an advantage
- Proven ability to manage risk and deliver consistent financial performance
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills
- Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced trading environments
- FX and rates trading expertise
- Market risk management and analysis
- Financial modelling and pricing strategies
- Knowledge of global markets regulations and compliance
- VBA and advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities
- Opportunity to work in a leading global markets trading environment
- Exposure to emerging and frontier markets with high growth potential
- Career development in a high-performance trading desk
- Competitive compensation aligned with market expertise
- Dynamic and innovation-driven work culture
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE's largest financial institution, offering advanced global markets solutions and innovative financial products. With a strong regional presence and expanding international footprint, FAB continues to lead in delivering market-driven strategies and sustainable financial growth.Job Title FX and Rates Trader - Emerging Markets
Job Description FX and Rates Trader - Emerging MarketsJob Snapshot
- Role: FX and Rates Trader
- Location: Abu Dhabi UAE
- Industry: Banking
- Experience: 5+ years
- Job Type: Full-time
FX and Rates Trader - Emerging Markets in Abu Dhabi UAE within the Banking industry is a high-value opportunity for professionals specializing in foreign exchange and rates trading across non-GCC and frontier markets. This role focuses on executing trades, managing risk exposure, and enhancing profitability through strategic pricing and market analysis.Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Investment Management
Salary: 25000-38000
(Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Abu Dhabi; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-timeRole Context
The FX and Rates Trader is responsible for managing trading activities in emerging markets while supporting overall desk performance. The role contributes to revenue generation through market-making, customer flow management, and the development of new trading opportunities while maintaining strict risk controls.Key Responsibilities
- Execute FX and rates trades across emerging and frontier markets to maximize profitability
- Manage customer flow and provide competitive pricing to support sales and client engagement
- Collaborate with sales teams on client visits and trading strategies to strengthen client relationships
- Analyze market trends and provide insights, trade ideas, and commentary
- Work closely with quant teams to refine pricing models and valuation frameworks
- Ensure pricing systems, curves, and trading frameworks align with market standards
- Monitor and manage risk exposure within approved limits and counterparty guidelines
- Identify new product opportunities and regional market expansion strategies
- Develop and implement effective risk mitigation techniques
- Enhance trading desk performance through process improvements and innovation
- Support reporting processes and improve operational efficiency
- Mentor junior traders and contribute to team development
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related discipline
- Minimum 5 years of experience in FX and rates trading or global markets roles
- Strong knowledge of global markets products, pricing models, and trading strategies
- Experience in emerging or frontier markets, including Sub-Saharan Africa, is an advantage
- Proven ability to manage risk and deliver consistent financial performance
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills
- Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced trading environments
- FX and rates trading expertise
- Market risk management and analysis
- Financial modelling and pricing strategies
- Knowledge of global markets regulations and compliance
- VBA and advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities
- Opportunity to work in a leading global markets trading environment
- Exposure to emerging and frontier markets with high growth potential
- Career development in a high-performance trading desk
- Competitive compensation aligned with market expertise
- Dynamic and innovation-driven work culture
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE's largest financial institution, offering advanced global markets solutions and innovative financial products. With a strong regional presence and expanding international footprint, FAB continues to lead in delivering market-driven strategies and sustainable financial growth.
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