Build Your Career with a Trusted Leader in Financial Markets Hantec Markets has been a steadfast presence in the global trading industry for over 30 years, earning trust and recognition for our commitment to transparency, reliability, and client success. Established in 1990, we offer traders a secure environment with a comprehensive suite of CFD products spanning forex, commodities, indices, and more, all backed by innovative tools, educational resources, and exceptional support. Join a company that values your career development as much as it values the success of its clients. At Hantec Markets, you’ll find a collaborative, inclusive environment where trust, legacy, and long-term success are our guiding principles. Position Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Risk Executive – FX & CFD Trader / Dealer to join our team. This role is crucial in managing and executing foreign exchange (FX) and contract-for-difference (CFD) trades, ensuring risk is effectively controlled while maximizing profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of market dynamics, risk management strategies, and execution processes across multiple asset classes, including currencies, indices, commodities, and equities. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced trading and risk management environment. Key Responsibilities Market Monitoring & Analysis Continuously track FX and CFD markets, analyzing price movements and economic trends to identify trading opportunities. Apply technical and fundamental analysis to develop and refine trading strategies. Assess geopolitical risks, central bank decisions, and macroeconomic factors impacting market volatility. Trade Execution & Risk Management Efficiently execute FX and CFD trades across various trading platforms (e.g., MetaTrader 4/5, proprietary systems). Manage different order types, including market, limit, stop-loss, and take-profit trades. Optimize exposure across multiple positions to maximize returns while mitigating risk. Implement hedging strategies to safeguard against adverse market movements. Strategy Development & Portfolio Management Develop, backtest, and implement algorithmic trading strategies to enhance trade efficiency. Diversify portfolio exposure across forex pairs, indices, stocks, and commodities for balanced risk management. Adapt trading strategies dynamically based on market liquidity and volatility. Compliance & Continuous Improvement Ensure all trading activities adhere to regulatory and internal risk frameworks. Stay updated on market regulations, trading technology advancements, and risk management best practices. Collaborate with risk and compliance teams to maintain a structured risk-controlled trading environment. Required Skills & Qualifications Educational Background & Technical Skills Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or a related field. Experience using MetaTrader (MT4/MT5), Bloomberg Terminal, or similar trading platforms. Strong proficiency in Excel; knowledge of Python or other coding languages for quantitative trading is a plus. Market Knowledge & Analytical Abilities Deep understanding of FX, CFDs, leverage trading, liquidity models, and price action strategies. Ability to analyze financial data quickly and make informed trading decisions. Strong grasp of order book dynamics, market liquidity, and slippage risks. Execution & Risk Management Experience in trade execution, risk assessment, and strategy optimization. Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-moving trading environments. Proven ability to adapt trading approaches in response to evolving market conditions. Communication & Collaboration Ability to work independently on trade execution while collaborating with risk and compliance teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills to report trading performance and market insights. Preferred Experience Prior experience in FX & CFD trading within a prop firm, brokerage, or hedge fund. Background as a dealer, trader, or market analyst in a financial institution. Exposure to quantitative trading strategies, algorithmic trading, and automated risk models. Familiarity with compliance frameworks governing FX and CFD trading. What Hantec offers in return Competitive compensation Annual Leave: 22 working days, 1 additional day of annual leave for each year of service with the company (capped at 25 days); excluding bank holidays Life assurance plan (including 24/7 online GP appointments, Mental health support, nutrition advice, fitness plans, second medical opinions and health checks) Employee of the Quarter Program – with Certification and Prize An opportunity to grow and establish a long-term career Inclusion in the annual discretionary bonus pool Company Pension