Trader, Forex, Global Markets at Stanbic Bank Uganda

Trader, Forex, Global Markets

Organization: Stanbic Bank Uganda

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Experience: 5–7 years in Global Markets trading

Qualification: Bachelor’s in Statistics, Actuarial Science, Accounting, or related field

Certification: CFA or ACI Dealing Certificate preferred

About Stanbic Bank Uganda

Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is a subsidiary of Stanbic Africa Holdings Limited which is in turn owned by Standard Bank Group Limited (“the Group”), Africa’s leading banking and financial services group. The Standard Bank Group is the leading banking group focused on emerging markets. It is the largest African banking group ranked by assets and earnings. Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited is the largest bank in Uganda by assets and market capitalization. It offers a full range of banking services through two business units; Personal and Business Banking (PBB), and Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Trade assigned product(s) within defined mandate to maximize trading book profit while adhering to risk levels and regulations.
• Develop client insights and provide market commentary to sales teams to enhance client experiences.
• Analyze market trends to inform discretionary trading positions and pricing strategies.
• Determine competitive prices for financial instruments and update quotes per market vision.
• Engage with hedge providers for efficient trade execution and assist with risk management.
• Manage trading market risk within agreed limits and ensure portfolio profitability.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• First Degree in Statistics, Actuarial Science, Accounting, Analytics, or related field.
• 5–7 years’ experience in a trading role within Global Markets.
• Strong understanding of trading products/asset classes and price-making principles.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CFA, ACI Dealing Certificate).
• Proficiency in Bloomberg, Reuters, Excel, and analytical tools.

Behavioral Competencies

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Examining Information
• Following Procedures

Technical Competencies

• Business Acumen (Audit)
• International Market Knowledge
• Market Analysis
• Product Knowledge (Trading, Transacting)
• Risk/Reward Thinking
• Trade Execution
• Trade Opportunity Creation

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online via the Standard Bank Group Careers Portal:

Apply Here

Brown Alex Saturday, 11 October 2025 Finance Jobs