Institutional FX Trader | London, UK

Argentex; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Argentex is a global specialist in currency risk management and alternative banking solutions for businesses and financial institutions. Established in 2012 and headquartered in London, Argentex listed on London’s AIM market in mid-2019 and has since added operations in Amsterdam, Dubai and Australia supported by approx. 180 staff. We are an FCA regulated business.

About the Role:

The Institutional FX Dealer is responsible for executing trades in the FX market on behalf of clients and the company. They are also responsible for managing client relationships, providing market insight and analysis, and maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the FX market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with assigned Argentex clients, acting as a regular point of contact, interacting with clients on a regular basis through telephone consultations and personal visits to the client’s workplace.
• Provide accurate forecasting on potential deals in your portfolio on a weekly basis.
• Create Hedging Solutions for customers within your portfolio.
• Create FX Hedging Policies for customers within your portfolio.
• Solicit orders, price up the order, trade and execute the order via client instructions.
• Provide excellent customer service to retain business for Argentex.
• Maintain overall management of a portfolio of client accounts against a monthly revenue target. On a monthly basis meet/exceed revenue targets set by the Head of Dealing.
• Outperform the monthly KPI’s set by the Head of Dealing.

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience in the field of foreign exchange services, with a track record of exceeding revenue targets.
• Strong interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and the ability to persuade.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in the use of trading platforms and other relevant software.
• Insight and experience to protect the company’s commercial priorities and positively drive client relationship.
• Extreme attention to detail, particularly with respect to client information and payment data.

What else you need to know:

We want our people to thrive at work and we recognise that many people benefit from flexible arrangements. To enable us to deliver the best outcomes for our customers and to help each other develop we understand the importance of having the right balance of spending time together in an office while maintaining flexibility.

Application process

If your application is successful, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch. We will arrange a short call with you to learn more about you and what you are looking for from your next career move, as well as answer any questions you have about working at Argentex. If both sides agree we will send your CV to the hiring manager to review. For this position, the interview process will be:

A one-hour formal interview where we will ask competency-based questions. This can be done virtually or face to face depending on your situation.

If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, please let us know.

Inclusion

At Argentex, everyone counts, and everyone wins. We believe diversity drives innovation, resilience, and success in our dynamic and fast-moving business. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive and equitable workplace where individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can thrive. If you meet some of the criteria but not all, we encourage you to apply—we value potential and a growth mindset just as much as experience.

What to do next:

If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, then please apply or email [e-mail].