EM FX Trader - Associate

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an EMFX Trading Associate to join the growing team in Singapore.

In This Role, You Will :

• Develop and implement EMFX trading strategy in APAC in line with the global FX business plans to grow its revenue base
• Identify opportunities for the current platform and proactively drive the platform buildout for growth
• Deliver financial results and market share of our client franchise
• Partner with the Global Sales team to develop and grow our current client base and to develop strong partnership with our clients
• Ensure all transactions comply with all operational risk and compliance requirements
• Serve clients through pricing, construction of robust, data-driven trade ideas, consistent communication with Sales.
• Generate consistent profitability and manage risk prudently while partnering with various risk management functions.
• Work with other Trading Desks across locations to accurately and efficiently disseminate market relevant information.
• Improve trading desk infrastructure by leveraging in-house technology and optimize electronic trading across Asia/Europe/US.
• Provide feedback on customer satisfaction and make recommendations to drive product innovation

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Securities Trading experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• University Degree or advanced qualifications and equivalent experience
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment as well as a strong business sense with a strategic and tactical orientation.
• Extensive knowledge of EMFX products and solutions. NDFs, DFs and Macro-economic drivers.
• In depth understanding of technological, risk and regulatory trends impacting FX business
• Technical expertise in regulatory, compliance, and risk management issues.
• Ability to analyze data and use for decision-making and managing initiatives.
• Successful track record in systematically executing initiatives using project management disciplines.
• Highest level of integrity and good judgement and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong stakeholder skills and ability to work and lead across functions.
• Strong commercial judgement, excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Comfortable working in a matrix organizational environment and partnership skills.
• Relevant license for conducting FX trading activities.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.