Associate - Global Banking

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Currency Reserve Bank (“Currency Reserve”) is a new Greenwich Connecticut-based technology-forward bank focused on currency trading with physical deliveries.

As an internationally focused organization, Currency Reserve’s customers include foreign and global banks, central banks and a select group of non-bank financial institutions. Currency Reserve’s leadership team is comprised of former senior executives with Goldman Sachs, White & Case, Morgan Stanley, Dimensional Fund Advisors, KPMG and the Federal Reserve Board and Banks.

This newly formed, fully funded bank offers an extremely attractive opportunity to be engaged in the early stages of a high growth global unicorn that is backed and led by preeminent industry leaders.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Currency Reserve is seeking a highly motivated, versatile financially-oriented professional to serve as an Associate with a broad, dynamic role across the bank’s business, operations and administrative activities. This Greenwich-based position will involve working with the bank’s leadership team and will provide exposure to and understanding of the bank’s unique business model. You will develop strong function skills in the major areas of international currency trading. You will have the opportunity to become a key player in the execution of our business strategy.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A well-rounded academic background from a top tier educational institution.
• Bachelor’s or Master's degree, preferably with a concentration in business/finance related coursework
• 2 years of work experience in a finance/financial services-related role

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Dynamic and strategic; a problem solver who possesses excellent critical thinking, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and critical reasoning skills; has the ability to research and analyze data to support business decisions.
• Sensible and reliable with a demeanor that embraces collaboration; one who is willing to state opinions in a transparent, non-confrontational, but respectful manner, combined with the courage of their own convictions.
• A ‘do-er’; prioritizes execution and getting things done.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills: an active listener with the ability to communicate complex information in simple terms to senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Embrace a culture of continuous growth and development.
• Genuine in character along with solid interpersonal skills combined with passion, commitment, creativity, intellectual honesty, and humility (i.e., doesn’t purport to possess all the answers, but competent and willing to find the answers).
• A strong business acumen: one who is naturally curious and engaged about the entire operations of the bank.
• A long-term relationship builder (“good EQ”) along with the personality and approachability to develop and maintain rapport with internal team and external parties.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks within a deadline-oriented and fast paced environment.

GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION

Currency Reserve is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut and is commutable via car and mass transit from the tristate area. The bank’s team currently works remotely on Monday and Friday

COMPENSATION

Competitive base salary, performance-based incentive compensation and an equity participation program. In addition to compensation, Currency Reserve also offers health benefits to its employees.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest and qualifications along with a detailed c.v. to candidates@currencyreserve.com. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

Currency Reserve firmly supports the principle and philosophy of equal opportunity for all individuals, regardless of age, race, gender, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected category pursuant to applicable federal, state or local law.