International Private Bank- FX DAC- Executive Director- LATAM

You will be one of two founder members of our market leading FX DAC team based in New York , with responsibility for covering UHNW clients across both our Latin America and Global Families Group (‘GFG’) businesses. You will be an integral part of a global team based across HK, Singapore , Switzerland and the UK, with direct client coverage for FX & Precious Metals, which includes advice, portfolio risk management, pricing and execution across spot, forward & OTC derivatives.

You will be an integrated part of a wider coverage team that is responsible for managing the portfolios (both discretionary and non-discretionary) of Private Banking clients across a range of products (equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, OTC derivatives, structured products, alternative investments and private equity).

You will be expected to work closely with the Solutions team that has a responsibility for developing market views, investigating and determining the best execution vehicles to express market views (both tactical and longer-term), as well as the marketing of  investment ideas.

Job Responsibilities

• Working closely with the broader coverage team to ensure that FX activity is aligned with clients’ investment plans and objectives.
• Increasing FX activity with existing clients, as well as working with key stakeholders to identify potential new clients who might be suitable for the DAC offering.
• Daily client interaction (over the phone or in person) to discuss markets and to offer solutions.
• Quantitative and qualitative analysis on markets and trade ideas.
• Developing and presenting ideas that may be suitable across the franchise.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders across the PB in Asia, EMEA and the US.
• Developing connectivity with sales, trading and research partners within JP Morgan CIB.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Must have relevant experience in FX / PM markets (either advising clients, trading or structuring).
• There is a core need for quantitative and technical skills for this position, including an extensive knowledge of FX options, specifically from a risk management stand point.
• Understanding of market risks from a pricing and execution perspective. Efficiency and accuracy in pricing various trade strategies.
• Proficiency with electronic trading systems is preferred.
• Demonstrating a strong interest and passion for financial markets, international affairs and geopolitical events.
• Superior analytical and marketing skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into simple, practical forms.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Fluency in Spanish and  / or Portugese is preferred.        
• Personality marked by drive and ambition with demonstrated success in dealing with a wide range of clients.
• Communication style that will enhance credibility and create trust with clients; strong presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in an internal culture that points to innovation, customer service, internal partnership and entrepreneurship.
• Team player capable of working effectively with many business partners.
• Strong knowledge of local regulatory policies and guidelines & appropriate local regulatory qualifications and licenses.