Corporate Trader, Foreign Exchange Specialist

Summary

Join Mercantile Exchange Corporation, a leading corporate foreign exchange specialist, as an experienced FX Corporate Trader. This remote or hybrid role offers competitive compensation and benefits, including comprehensive health and dental coverage, and a great company culture with professional development opportunities. You will leverage your established client book to generate significant revenue, build relationships with C-suite decision-makers, and onboard new clients. The ideal candidate possesses 5+ years of FX trading experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and strong proficiency in trading platforms and financial software. Mercantile Exchange offers a dynamic environment with a casual dress code and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience as an FX Trader is required or similar role in financial markets with strong knowledge of global economics, interest rates, and foreign exchange markets
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
• You must bring with you a book of established clients
• Strong proficiency in trading platforms, charting tools, and financial software
• Experience in executing trades on platforms such as Bloomberg, Reuters, or proprietary trading systems
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial modeling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent risk management and problem-solving skills for the ability to make quick decisions
• Exceptional organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive, high-energy self-started with an ability to work in an environment with deadlines and high pressure
• Able to maintain a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional weekends

Responsibilities

• Research and build a network of prospects to attract new business using a variety of communication methods (phone, email, in-person meetings)
• Leverage your industry network to open new opportunities for Mercantile Exchange by identifying potential new clients; provide industry insight and market awareness of Mercantile Exchange
• Foster strong relationships with C-suite decision makers to sell them on Mercantile Exchange's services
• Acquire, onboard and build trusted relationships with new clients
• Provide a high level of client service to your existing client base to retain and grow your portfolio
• Work closely with the wider team and report on sales progress
• Maintain industry expertise through training and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (French and English) and Multilingual skills are an asset but not a requirement

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including comprehensive health & dental benefits
• Great company culture with ongoing professional development