Fx Trading Principal

• Execute and oversee FX market transactions, ensuring disciplined risk management and compliance with company thresholds
• Execute on the Treasury’s P&L priorities with a focus on revenue growth, cost efficiency, and liquidity optimisation
• Provide macroeconomic insights and market intelligence to inform corporate decision-making and product design
• Build, strengthen, and manage relationships with local and international banks, counterparties, and regulators across multiple regions, particularly Sub-Saharan Africa
• Develop, backtest, and implement advanced trading strategies, tools, and platforms to enhance execution, speed, and market access
• Mentor and train associates and treasury staff to strengthen the team’s market knowledge and execution capabilities
• Lead the assessment of new FX products, payment systems, and markets to expand trading opportunities
• Represent Treasury in cross-functional projects, supporting global expansion and capital flows into new markets

• 10+ years’ experience in FX trading, market making, or treasury roles within financial institutions, brokerages, or fintechs
• Demonstrated expertise in emerging market currencies, particularly African FX, and strong knowledge of G10 FX
• Proven track record in a P&L generating position and delivering consistent revenue growth
• Advanced understanding of financial risk management principles, in particular FX/liquidity, and hedging strategies
• Strong macroeconomic awareness and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex market dynamics
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with established networks across financial institutions and regulators
• Ability to perform under pressure with precision, discipline, and emotional control in fast-moving market conditions
• Proficiency in Bloomberg, Refinitiv/Reuters, 360T, and Treasury Management Systems
• Fluency in English

• Direct experience working with African local banks and central banks
• Fluency in French
• Track record of scaling trading businesses in fintechs, startups, or high-growth companies
• Experience with multi-currency corporate treasury operations across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East

competitive salary + benefits (including equity)