Derivative and Foreign Exchange Trader

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Overview

About the Role:

The Foreign Exchange (FX) & Derivatives Officer is responsible for managing foreign exchange and interest rate derivative activities, including FX spot, forwards, non-deliverable forwards, cross-currency swaps, interest rate swaps, and options. The role focuses on the bank's trading and hedging objectives for U.S. and Latin American corporate and financial institution clients. The Officer exercises discretion and independent judgment on matters of significance by contributing to pricing and structuring derivative products, overseeing trading book exposures, and applying strategies to optimize liquidity. The position also addresses reconciliation issues and ensures accurate post-trade processes. The Officer provides market commentary and engages in client coverage activities, ensuring solutions are consistent with client needs and internal risk frameworks.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Originate, structure, and execute hedging strategies for clients, exercising discretion and independent judgment on matters that impact financial risk and liquidity.
• Advise clients on managing macro market exposures across interest rates, foreign exchange, and credit derivatives, applying advanced financial analysis.
• Analyze derivative pricing models, prepare client-facing materials, and evaluate financial statements to recommend strategies that align with regulatory and risk frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with ISDA documentation, CSAs, and all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Develop solutions informed by market trends and structural opportunities, applying judgment to meet client requirements within established policies.
• Contribute to the development of FX platforms that improve transaction efficiency and profitability, making recommendations that influence operational outcomes.
• Collaborate with business lines to shape new products and strategies that support organizational objectives.
• Prepare proposals, pitchbooks, and presentations for client derivative solutions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Represent the bank at industry events to maintain expertise and strengthen professional relationships.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and emerging opportunities that affect the bank’s strategic direction.
• Travel occasionally to meet with clients and engage in business development activities requiring professional judgment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in derivatives and FX products, providing guidance to internal teams and clients on complex financial matters.
  
  

Qualifications

What you Bring:

• 2-4 years proven experience in capital markets with a direct focus on Global Markets, including foreign exchange (FX), interest rate derivatives, and fixed income products.
• Knowledge of interest rate derivatives, foreign exchange (FX), and fixed income products, including strategies for client engagement and solution structuring.
• Ability to originate and structure derivative transactions for corporate clients, exercising discretion and independent judgment in complex financial matters.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, macroeconomics, fixed income products, interest rate curve construction, derivative valuation, pricing methodologies, and hedging strategies.
• Proficiency in risk management concepts and metrics (SA-CCR, PFE, CVA, IM/VM) to evaluate and mitigate exposure.
• Knowledge of trade reconciliation processes and ability to resolve issues requiring analysis and judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively with a high degree of organization and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills with capability to apply financial modeling techniques to assess derivatives and recommend solutions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to articulate complex financial concepts to diverse stakeholders and influence decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with clients, investors, and financial partners.
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings and industry events requiring professional judgment.
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and/or relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  
  

Licenses/Certifications

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) – Preferred
• Financial Risk Manager (FRM) – Preferred
  
  

Benefits & Perks

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your success:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with employer contributions.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with matching.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays: Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Wellness Support: Access to mental health and financial wellness resources.
  
  

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Special Information To Candidates

City National Bank of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or Florida law. City National Bank of Florida complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Florida laws. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the online application or participate in the hiring process may contact our Human Resources Talent Attraction Department talent.attraction@citynational.com.