Associate, Interest Rates Sales

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About the role:

MUFG is the leading international bank in the Australasian market. Due to recent success and continued growth in our business, applications for a Sydney based Analyst/Associate in Corporate Institutional Solutions are being sought to support administration and dealing in the Derivatives business.

The Sydney based Analyst/Associate role will assist with deal administration, reporting, new customer setup and client servicing, and will focus on MUFG’s Corporate, Institutional Japanese Global Markets customer facing business unit in Australia NZ.

What you’ll be doing:

Act as the focal point for internal stakeholders for customer documentation and associated dealing administration

Assist with the preparation of customer presentations and compliance reporting

Customer set-up, maintenance and database management

Monthly/weekly/daily and ad-hoc reporting of profit and other management reporting requirements

Assist Interest Rate Derivative team with inputting, pricing and modelling various structures

Help drive efficiency and process improvements

Completing other ad-hoc tasks as directed

Possible cross-training to FX trading as required

Completing trade input for senior markets dealers for Interest Rate Derivative transactions.

Work in partnership with colleagues in Regional Head Office and various departments to contribute to the development of new or enhanced Derivative products

This role should be considered as a stepping stone to a customer-facing sales role

Training will be provided to facilitate independent rates dealing with customers, under supervision

Working hours flexibility required to meet the demands of the business

Key areas of accountability:

Assist sales teams to deliver on budget and other targets

Accurate and efficient reporting, database and spreadsheet management, trade booking and associated administration

Demonstrate superior communication skills

Development of financial market knowledge and understanding

Accurate dealing and adherence to all procedures ahead of deal execution

What we are looking for:

Candidates will ideally have some exposure to a sales-related role, with an understanding of interest rate and foreign exchange products, pricing and theory. Recent graduates will be considered along with those with experience working in banking/finance.

You’ll have good mathematical knowledge, Excel spreadsheet / PowerPoint skills, research and analytical skills.

Strong communication skills and a client-centric focus are essential. You’ll be proactive and eager to learn, able to multi-task and work both autonomously and as part of a team.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender. Read more