Equity Trader

Job description / Role

On behalf of our client, an asset management firm based in the DIFC, Swisslinx Middle East is looking for an Equity Trader to join their office.

In this role, the successful candidate will:
- Execute trades for the best possible results as per the asset management business
- Comply fully with trade execution policies
- Contribute to the overall market knowledge across all departments
- Ensure all trades are executed with no errors

Requirements

- 2-4 years of experience in trade execution in the GCC/MENA regions in both equities and fixed income
- Solid understanding of Sharia’a compliant equities and sukuk
- CFA qualified
- Arabic speaking

Our client is looking for a dedicated, well experienced and hands-on candidate who could add the positive attitude to their growing team. They are a specialist in their field and offer the right candidate competitive remuneration and a great working environment.

About the Company

Swisslinx Middle East is a leading executive search firm in the region. We specialise in recruitment solutions, talent acquisition and career advice across a wide range of markets within the financial services sector.

We are located in the heart of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) which gives us unrivalled access to onshore Middle Eastern clients and candidates. We also partner with clients in London, Zurich, Geneva, Zug, Frankfurt and Paris and have been instrumental in establishing onshore Middle Eastern and Emerging Market teams.

We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients helping them develop successful, sustainable businesses. Transparency, trust and discretion drive the way in which we mediate between clients and candidates and ensure we consistently deliver results.