Senior Institutional Sales Trader at NCBA Group

Job Purpose Statement

The role is a salesperson for the NCBA IB -brokerage business, mostly equities, however, the ability to cross sell different assets is a positive. The candidate is expected to already have relationships with institutional investors locally and preferably internationally too. They will also be speaking to a small number of high-net-worth individuals, who require specialist coverage. This position serves as the primary interface between customers and NCBA IB’s trading and research teams, facilitating seamless communication and execution of customer requirements daily. During transactions such as placements, IPOs etc they will coordinate the sales effort. The individual will take ownership of planning and coordinating roadshows for both analysts and customers. They will work with the research team to craft
trading ideas and highlight areas of interest to our customers. The role requires someone with attention to detail, an ability to maintain relationships with asset managers, knowledge of markets and corporates and an understanding of economics/finance. Strong communication skills both verbal and written are vital.

Job Specifications
Academic & Professional

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science or any other acceptable degree from a recognized University.
• CISI

Ideal Job Specifications

• ICIFA Membership.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Proficiency in the use of Bloomberg.

Desired work experience:

• Experience of sales in a securities brokerage.
• Evidence of having worked with institutional investors and existing relationships
• Knowledge and experience with offshore investors are a strong preference.
• Deep knowledge of the Capital Markets.