Entry Level
Currencies and Emerging Markets – Korea FX Trading Assistant (1-Year Contract)
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor global macro events, Korea-specific drivers, and cross-asset dynamics (rates, equities, commodities) impacting KRW and broader FX markets
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Track market liquidity, supply/demand and flow dynamics; summarize market color, key levels and themes for internal stakeholders and client engagement materials
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Support day-to-day pricing and execution processes for institutional KRW Spot/Swaps/NDFs flow in partnership with Senior Traders, with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and operational discipline
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Produce and maintain recurring desk analytics and reporting (e.g., flow recap, P&L/risk attribution support packs, risk summaries, daily/weekly dashboards)
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Identify opportunities for incremental automation and process improvements (Excel/VBA/Python where relevant) to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk
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Maintain strong process discipline and adhere to internal policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory/market requirements
Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
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Bachelor's degree (or expected graduation) in a quantitative/analytical discipline (e.g., Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics) or equivalent
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Strong interest in global financial markets and motivation to learn FX market structure and trading workflows
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Early-career/ new graduates with prior markets exposure are welcome
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Solid quantitative skills and attention to detail; comfort working with numbers under time pressure
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Clear communication skills and ability to collaborate across Trading, Sales, Operations, and Controls
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High integrity, strong ownership mindset, and commitment to disciplined risk behavior
Preferred Qualifications
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Relevant experience in markets/trading, trading/sales assistant roles, or related financial markets functions (internship experience welcomed)
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Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python/VBA for analysis and automation is advantageous
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Self-motivated team player with strong attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
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