Our client, one of the major players in the banking industry in Ghana, is seeking to enhance the quality of banking in the country through highly innovative, creative and customized financial services solutions. To deliver its mandate, the Bank is seeking outstanding, dynamic and seasoned professionals to drive excellence in its Treasury and Operations Units. This is an opportunity to make a career move to be part of a strong management team committed to making an impact.

Job Summary

•   Reporting to treasurer, the role holder will setup, develop, control and coordinate the bank's Fixed Income positions and manage the resulting market risk positions profitably within agreed trading limits

Key Responsibilities

•   Perform market research, analyse market conditions and work with clients to learn their financial goals
•   Assist clients meet financial goals by accurately identifying and purchasing the best fixed-income products for them
•   Manage daily trading to ensure timely execution of the orders and confirming that they are in compliance with regulatory policies
•   Ensure increase income and volumes from customers through offer of innovative solutions and profitable trading in Fixed income market
•   Develop and execute trading strategies in line with the Treasury strategy and the trading mandate
•   Anticipate market developments and identify trade opportunities with risk-adjusted superior returns
•   Oversee the design and development of trading system and infrastructures for fixed income trading
•   Monitor cost and revenues of the Fixed income trading desk as well as the movement and interest rate risk on bond holdings.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   First degree in Accounting, Finance or related subject
•   Must possess a professional certification in Accountancy, Treasury or related field
•   An MBA or second degree in Finance, Accounting or related course will be an added advantage
•   A minimum of 6 years Treasury experience with 2 years supervising Fixed Income Trading.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

•   Good understanding of the global economy and current macro/micro economic trends
•   Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of fixed income products and markets and an intermediate understanding of other treasury products
•   Good customer service / relationship management
•   Strong negotiation and analytical skills
•   Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants should please apply with their CVs to:-

HR Advisory Services
KPMG
Marlin House
13 Yiyiwa Drive
Abelenkpe
P.O.Box GP 242
Accra

or email:-

hr@kpmg.com.gh

Closing Date: 20 February, 2015