EM FX Trader

IN SHORT

As an Emerging Markets FX Trader, you will be responsible for shaping an executing the EM FX trading strategies for both spot and forward trades. Operating in a fast paced environment, you will play a central role in managing the risk as well as generating P&L across key currencies including BRL,CZK, CNH, HUF, MXN, PLN, TRY & ZAR.

What Will You Do

As an EM FX trader you will execute and manage our EM FX spots and forwards across key regions. Generating consistent trading revenue whilst maintaining disciplined risk management whilst monitoring macroeconomic, geopolitical and market moving developments impacting EM currencies. You will also:

• Identify high-probability setups and execute trades with strong discipline around entry, exit, and position management.
• Maintain rigorous risk management, including stop-loss placement, exposure monitoring, and dynamic trade adjustment.
• Collaborate with research, risk management, and technology teams to enhance trading models and improve execution quality.
• Stay current with evolving charting methodologies, technical tools, market microstructure trends, and trading technology.
• Monitor short-term and medium-term technical signals to generate actionable trading ideas.
  
  

What Will You Bring

Your previous experience as an EM FX Trader in a Bank, Hedge Fund or proprietary trading environment is essential for success. You will also have demonstrated an ability to work in a fast-moving markets with disiplined risk control. In addition you will have:

• Strong understanding of macroeconomic drivers, central bank policy, and geopolitical themes in emerging markets.
• Proficiency with trading systems, analytics tools, and Bloomberg/Reuters.
• Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and ability to synthesize complex market information quickly.
• Solid quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data and refine trading strategies.

Excellent communication skills—able to articulate technical views clearly to internal teams

A team player who thrives in a collaborative, high-performance culture.

About Us

SEFE is an international energy company anchored in Europe, delivering energy solutions that ensure reliable and affordable supply. Our activities span the entire energy value chain – from origination and trading to sales, transport and storage. With decades of trading expertise and a growing LNG portfolio, SEFE is one of Europe’s leading suppliers to industrial customers, providing more than 200 TWh of gas and power each year. We supply over 50,000 clients, from small businesses to municipalities and multinational organisations. By investing in clean energies, we support our customers on their decarbonisation journey and contribute to the energy transition. SEFE employs over 2,000 people worldwide and is owned by the Federal Government of Germany.

Securing energy – now and for the future.

Our Benefits

We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and fosters the development of knowledge, skills, and experience. Whatever your role, you’ll find an open, welcoming atmosphere that empowers you, and recognises your contribution.

In return we offer a competitive starting salary supported by a comprehensive range of financial, lifestyle and wellness benefits with the flexibility to follow a hybrid working model.

• bonus earning potential
• non-contributory pension with 10% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and volunteering days
• buy / sell holidays
• life assurance
• medical and dental insurance (family cover)
• range of optional flexible benefits
  
  

We are committed to supporting your career growth with opportunities to develop both your knowledge and experience through a blended approach to learning.

Join SEFE and help us secure energy supply across Europe and shape a better, more sustainable tomorrow.