Port Elizabeth, South Africa
1 day ago
Trade Specialist
Job Description

Hello Future Trade Specialist,

RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.

United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it’s the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.

Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa’s number one employer in Financial Services for 2025, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.Purpose:

To efficiently supervise the team managing the Trade Operations function, whilst being mindful of risk, process and compliance adherence, and the International Chamber of Commerce rulings and processing.To take unit costs and capacity into account in order to create greater efficiencies.

Are You Someone Who Can:Set targets for the portfolio in line with turnoverPlan strategic objectives for the portfolioAssist in building and managing the opportunity tracking toolCommunicate client interactions and feedback to stakeholders with regards to developmentsInitiate client scoping sessions road shows and quarterly client visits to gain client insightsInitiate brainstorming sessions to identify opportunities across the group and manage action items thereofCreate innovative solutions for specific product areasInterrogate and manage MIS data to identify potential turns in business cycles or client behaviorReview MIS data in order to ensure that internal trading desk turnover targets are met as well as migrating risk from internal trading booksProactively manage credit facilities to ensure adequate limits are in placeMake cold calls in order to originate business to grow the portfolioManage escalated unresolved client issuesManage complex relationships within support areas to ensure best outcome for both the client and the bankInteract with IBD DCM team on a regular basis in order to gain insight into client activities to strengthen client relationshipsDemonstrate pride in the organisations brand services and products by consistently delivering on the brands promiseFollow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintainedStay relevant and up to date with legislations and new developmentMaintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedbackHandle stress in ways that do not negatively impact othersPlan and manage own workflow anticipating obstacles juggling priorities and following through on objectives within agreed time-frames and according to quality standardsTake ownership of personal career development leveraging formal and informal opportunitiesRead situations and organisational realitiesSet aside personal agenda for the greater goodAct in an ethical transparent and morally defensible manner including highlighting unethical practicesContinually share debate and communicate learningsFlag and debate issues constructivelyPromote a friendly cooperative climate

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You:Have a Diploma/Degree in Business ManagementHave 3 to 5 years experience in a similar role

You Will Have Access To:Opportunities to network and collaborateChallenging WorkOpportunities to innovate

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

12/02/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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