Junior Treasury FX Trader

As a Junior Treasury FX Trader at Ebury, your core responsibilities include managing the order book, executing cash market and FX derivative orders, and providing ideal FX solutions to maximize profitability. Additionally, you will foster relationships with Ebury’s global dealing floor, ensuring they receive the best pricing and acting as a key point of escalation for pricing issues.

Ebury values candidates with relevant experience in FX trading or supporting execution roles, particularly in fintech or banking. Ideal candidates hold degrees in economics or a quantitative field, and additional qualifications like CFA are highly regarded. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong English communication skills are also essential.

Success as a Junior Treasury FX Trader at Ebury requires a proactive attitude, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. Candidates must also excel in communication, building cross-functional relationships, and possess high competency in analytical tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.

Ebury promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for Junior Treasury FX Traders. Located in León, you’ll experience a hybrid working model that allows for four days in the office and one day working from home, fostering a balance between team interaction and personal productivity.

Ebury is committed to the professional growth of its employees, including Junior Treasury FX Traders. The company encourages development through mentorship opportunities, access to training programs, and collaboration with experienced professionals across the organization, which enhances skill sets and career advancement.

When discussing your FX trading experience, focus on specific roles you've held, the types of trading you’ve engaged in, and any quantitative tools you used. Highlight successful strategies or projects, demonstrating your impact on the trading operation and any lessons learned.

Explain your approach to prioritizing tasks by mentioning techniques like time-blocking or the Eisenhower Matrix. Emphasize your ability to adapt to changing conditions while ensuring that high-priority tasks align with organizational goals.

Detail your experience with analytical tools and platforms, discussing specific software you've used for data analysis, financial modeling, or trade execution. Highlight your proficiency in Excel and any other tools relevant to the FX trading role.

Discuss your commitment to effective communication and collaboration. Emphasize your approach to resolving disputes through open dialogue, presenting data to support your viewpoint, and remaining receptive to alternative perspectives.

Provide a specific example of a process you enhanced, including the initial challenge, the actions you took, and the results achieved. This demonstrates your proactive nature and ability to drive results within a trading environment.

Share your knowledge of risk management techniques, such as diversification, hedging, and using stop losses. Discuss how these techniques apply to FX trading to minimize losses and optimize your trading strategy.

Outline your strategies for staying informed, such as following reputable finance news outlets, utilizing market analysis tools, participating in forums, or attending webinars. Highlight your commitment to continuous learning in the fast-paced fintech landscape.

Demonstrate your ability to simplify complex concepts by breaking them down into relatable components. Use analogies or real-world examples and emphasize your patience and clarity in communication to ensure understanding.

Reflect on your passion for finance and trading, the challenge of navigating market fluctuations, and the satisfaction of achieving targets. Convey your desire to contribute to Ebury’s ambitious growth and success as motivating factors.

Express your admiration for Ebury’s standing as a leading fintech firm and its commitment to innovation and inclusivity. Discuss how Ebury's values align with your aspirations and how you see yourself contributing to its ongoing success.