- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's Degree
- Eligibility
- Candidates with a minimum of 5 years' experience in trading or risk management, a relevant bachelor's degree, and SCA-approved certifications may apply. Additional advanced degrees, professional certifications, and experience with an SCA-regulated brokerage are preferred.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the company
Traze is part of Zeal Group, a FinTech business recognized for its achievements and focus on innovative financial products and solutions. Founded in 2017, the organization has grown quickly to a global workforce of more than 700 people. Its presence spans Europe, Asia, North and South Africa, the Middle East, and South America, with major technology hubs based in Cyprus. The company describes itself as people-focused and product-driven, with an emphasis on collaboration, learning, and technology-led progress.
Role overview
The Trading and Risk Management Officer will be responsible for supervising TRAZE's trading operations while also managing exposure across market, credit, and operational risk. The position combines trading oversight with risk control to support profitability, protect company assets, and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
Trading management
- Oversee day-to-day trading activity and ensure transactions are carried out efficiently and in line with the firm's trading approach.
- Create and apply trading strategies that support profit growth while keeping market risk under control.
- Track market movements closely and use that analysis to guide trading decisions, capture opportunities, and reduce downside exposure.
- Make sure all trading activity follows SCA requirements as well as internal company policies.
Risk management
- Spot, evaluate, and continuously monitor risks linked to the business, including market, credit, and operational risk.
- Design and put in place controls and mitigation measures that reduce the firm's exposure.
- Carry out routine risk reviews and stress testing to measure resilience under difficult market scenarios.
- Update the risk management framework, along with related policies and procedures, so they stay effective and aligned with company goals.
- Prepare regular risk updates and present them to senior leadership and the Board of Directors.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in trading or risk management within financial services.
- A bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a closely related discipline.
- Relevant SCA-approved certifications for trading and risk management.
- Preferred background includes an advanced degree or additional professional qualifications.
- Experience in a comparable role at an SCA-regulated brokerage is an advantage.
- Professional credentials such as FRM, PRM, or CFA are preferred.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Strong understanding of FX/CFD trading, financial markets, and risk principles.
- Solid analytical and quantitative capability.
- Confident problem-solving skills.
- Ability to stay effective under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
- Careful attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.