Desk Assistant – Euro Sterling

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Full time
Location: London
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Job offered by: TP ICAP Group
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The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. About ICAP ICAP, part of TP ICAP group, provides a wide variety of execution and information services to wholesale market participants. We offer broking services covering a wide range of asset classes, including Commodities, Credit, Equities, FX, Money Market Funds and Rates. For each asset class, ICAP offers e-trading capability, giving clients the option to enter prices and execute trades directly via one of our hybrid electronic trading systems, or to engage with brokers who can identify and negotiate trades.

Role Overview This is an

entry level role

and will provide the successful application with on-the-job training and vast exposure to the fast-paced financial markets. As a Desk Assistant you will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the desk, providing administrative, operational, and client support to brokers as they facilitate trading activity in Euro-Sterling financial instruments such as deposits, bonds, FX, and interest rate derivatives. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in financial services, gaining valuable exposure to the fast-paced world of broking and the Euro-Sterling market. Whilst this role will initially cover desk administration duties, there is scope to progress to a Trainee Broker role, subject to passing exams, demonstrating consistent performance and building your career in the broking industry. Role Responsibilities Promote TP ICAP group. Ensure timely input of trades into trading systems. Resolve any trade queries received internally and externally, and ensure any trade discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner. Identify trade opportunities and calculate strategies. Keep trade records up to date. Update real-time electronic whiteboards with market data. Provide input on various projects for brokers and traders. Provide trade details to brokers and traders on a daily basis. Monitor markets, keep up to date with financial news and geo-political events that impact the financial markets. Experience / Competences Essential Recent A-Levels or equivalent qualifications required. Demonstrated understanding of how a sterling product is brokered / traded outside of the UK. Proven interest in the financial markets and the economy. High level of computer competence. Hard working and willingness to learn. Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment, can keep emotions under control in difficult situations. Works ethically and shows respect for both professional and company values. Desired Handles situations and problems effectively using own initiative. Build relationships and networks with both internally and externally wherever possible. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others. Seeks opportunities for improvements. Demonstrates high levels of energy in seeking out and achieving new goals. Band & Level Support / 3 Location UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London

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