New Permanent Job Opportunity for a Securities Trader in Cape Town, Southern Suburbs |CA Financial A

Job Description

Do you thrive on the pace of live markets? We're looking for a Securities Trader to join the dealing team of an established investment manager, executing trades. Great opportunity to join an experienced investment team, with scope for growth.

Why join this team?

This is a rare chance to learn directly from an experienced lead trader on a well-established desk. Whether you're early in your trading career or ready to step up, you'll build real responsibility over time. There's a clear path to grow.

What you will be doing:

• Monitoring market conditions, positions and risk limits


• Executing trades for clients and internal portfolios, ideally across multi-asset class securities


• Working closely and supporting the Head of Trading


• Liaising with brokers and counterparties to source liquidity and ensure best execution


• Keeping accurate trade records in line with regulatory and internal controls


• Manage broker relationships and recommending suitable allocation plans

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 2 years' trade execution experience in JSE-listed securities


• Minimum of a finance / business or management degree,or similar


• Completed JSE and FAIS regulatory exams (RPEs, JSE registered securities trader, FAIS RE5)


• Knowledge of the Bloomberg trading platform


• Sound knowledge of financial markets & passion for markets and trading


• High attention to detail 


• Good communication skills and a good team player

What is in it for you:

• Hands-on mentorship from an experienced lead trader


• Exceptional exposure to an experienced investment team


• Exposure to multi-asset and international markets

Please note if you haven't heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We'd still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.