Head Trading

Responsabilités

Head Trading Equity Bank seeks a motivated individual to join our team as a Relationship Manager, responsible for cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying business opportunities, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in banking, sales, or a client-facing role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems, exceptional communication skills, and a strong aptitude for problem-solving are essential requirements. This position involves frequent travel within the assigned region, delivering tailored financial solutions, and achieving sales targets while upholding the bank’s commitment to integrity and service excellence. We are seeking a dynamic professional to join our banking team, contributing to the delivery of exceptional financial solutions while upholding the highest standards of integrity and client service. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related discipline, along with proven experience in banking operations, customer relationship management, or financial advisory services. Responsibilities include analyzing market trends, managing client portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and fostering long-term partnerships to drive business growth. Proficiency in financial software, risk assessment tools, and exceptional communication skills are essential for success in this role. We seek a seasoned professional to oversee financial compliance, operational efficiency, and strategic business development within our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in management, accounting, or finance, complemented by hands-on experience in business operations. Key responsibilities include ensuring regulatory adherence, optimizing financial performance, and driving process improvements to enhance overall productivity. Proficiency in financial reporting, budget analysis, and cross-functional collaboration is essential, as is the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate insights into actionable strategies. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional analytical skills, leadership acumen, and a commitment to fostering sustainable growth. GENERAL Head Trading This senior role requires extensive expertise in financial markets and trading strategies, with a proven track record of leading high-performing trading teams. The ideal candidate will oversee all trading operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while optimizing profitability and risk management. Responsibilities include developing and executing trading policies, analyzing market trends, and managing relationships with key stakeholders across institutional clients, brokers, and exchanges. A strong quantitative background, combined with exceptional leadership and decision-making skills, is essential for driving strategic growth and maintaining a competitive edge in dynamic market environments. Treasury/08/2026/01: We are seeking a seasoned Treasury professional to join our dynamic team, responsible for overseeing our cash management, liquidity planning, and investment strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of progressive experience in treasury operations, with a strong background in financial risk management and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include managing daily cash positioning, optimizing working capital, and ensuring adherence to internal policies and external regulations. Additionally, the role requires proficiency in treasury management systems, the ability to analyze financial data for strategic decision-making, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required, and professional certifications such as CFA or CTP are highly desirable. Reports directly to the Head of Treasury, overseeing all treasury operations and ensuring alignment with the organization’s financial strategies. This role involves managing cash flow, liquidity, and risk while optimizing financial resources to support business objectives. Key responsibilities include executing treasury transactions, maintaining banking relationships, and preparing financial reports. The position requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial software, and expertise in treasury management. Additionally, the role demands meticulous attention to detail, exceptional communication abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is essential, along with relevant certifications such as CTP or CFA preferred. The Treasury Department/Division is responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial assets, liquidity management, and risk mitigation strategies. Its primary functions include cash flow forecasting, investment portfolio management, debt and equity financing, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Key requirements for this role typically include a degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, along with professional certifications such as CFA or CPA. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in financial modeling, and experience with treasury management systems are also essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate excellent communication abilities and a keen understanding of global financial markets to support strategic decision-making. No. of Vacancies: 1 BASIC PURPOSE: The position holder will be charged with the management of the Bank’s Foreign exchange and interest rates in line with the Equity Bank’s business growth strategy MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Keep track of exchange and interest rate movements in local and international markets, hedging against exposure created by customer transactions while managing the bank’s position in accordance with the market trends.
• Maintain exchange positions for the bank within the given parameters and ensure profitable covering of open positions in the interbank markets
• Develop and deliver competitive pricing for FX and money market products, designed to meet the currency needs of Equity Bank clients while optimizing returns in alignment with the Bank’s revenue goals.

Formation / Diplômes

• Collaborate with other subsidiaries and counterparties to optimize trading income, while cultivating strong relationships with brokers and dealers to source fixed income securities for investment and trading purposes. Analyzes fixed income securities and strategically invests in government securities by evaluating diverse sources of information, such as industry and market research, historical data, and projected financial statements.
• Develop and execute trading strategies for both money market and fixed income instruments.
• Oversee the Bank’s interbank money market trading operations, ensuring rigorous risk assessment and adherence to prudent decision-making processes to achieve sustainable profitability without undue risk exposure. Compile the monthly Asset and Liability Committee (ALSO) reports in preparation for the scheduled monthly meetings. The role involves continuously and diligently monitoring the bank’s foreign currency exposure to guarantee compliance with both internal policies and the directives set forth by the Bank of Uganda (BOU). Leveraging close collaboration with back-office teams, you will oversee the prompt renewal of Interbank and Counterparty Limits while ensuring all reconciliations adhere strictly to treasury reconciliation guidelines. Liaise with Definitive, Bloomberg, and other service providers to ensure seamless functionality of dealing platforms. Oversee the Bank’s cash flow, liquidity, and interest rate risk management to maintain alignment with both internal risk thresholds and applicable regulatory standards.

Perform interbank lending/borrowing, Funding swaps in accordance to the bank’s asset-liability position QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPEREINCE

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