Specialist Trader

Absa

Nairobi, Kenya
Not specified (assumed office-based due to location)
Nairobi securities exchange trading
Automated trading system proficiency
Capital markets authority framework compliance
Absa is seeking a Specialist Trader for their Nairobi office to execute client and agency trades through the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in securities trading, with a strong understanding of NSE operations and compliance

Job Summary

  • Execute clients, and agency trades efficiently and compliantly through the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) Automated Trading System (ATS) in accordance with the NSE Equity Trading Rules (as amended July 2025) and the Capital Markets Authority framework.
  • The role supports revenue growth, market share gains, product diversification, and market development by leveraging Absa Securities Limited and the broader Absa CIB franchise to deliver integrated multi‑asset trading, sales trading, and capital markets solutions across equities, fixed income, ETFs, REITs, and related instruments.
  • Collaborate with IBD teams to solution clients across multiple asset classes and provide execution support for primary to secondary market transitions.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Absa is seeking a Specialist Trader for their Nairobi office to execute client and agency trades through the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in securities trading, with a strong understanding of NSE operations and compliance.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Nairobi Securities Exchange trading
  • Automated Trading System proficiency
  • Capital Markets Authority framework compliance
  • Equity trading rules adherence
  • Multi-asset trading execution

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative stakeholder engagement
  • Client-focused solutions
  • Market development initiatives

Key Requirements

  • 5–8 years’ experience in securities trading
  • NSE Automated Trading System (ATS) Certification
  • University Degree in Finance, Economics, Business

Work Rights

Not specified

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