Job Description
We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Specialist 2 to join our Trading team. This role will be based in Seoul, Korea.
The FX Trader is responsible for executing foreign exchange transactions, managing market risk within assigned limits, monitoring market developments, and supporting client and business needs through efficient pricing and trade execution. The role requires strong understanding of FX products, disciplined risk management, market awareness, and close coordination with sales, operations, compliance, and other trading teams.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
- Execute FX spot, forwards, swaps, and other approved products in line with market conditions and internal risk parameters.
- Monitor intraday market movements, liquidity conditions, macroeconomic events, and geopolitical developments affecting currency markets.
- Manage trading positions within authorized limits and escalate exceptions or unusual market conditions promptly.
- Provide accurate and timely pricing to internal partners and eligible clients, where applicable.
- Support franchise growth by identifying market opportunities and contributing trading ideas based on technical, macro, and flow-driven analysis.
- Maintain awareness of central bank developments, interest rate expectations, and cross-asset dynamics relevant to FX markets.
- Ensure trade capture accuracy and coordinate with middle office, operations, and technology teams to resolve booking or settlement issues.
- Adhere to all applicable policies, procedures, regulatory obligations, and control requirements.
- Contribute to risk discussions, market commentary, and desk strategy updates.
- Support process improvement, automation, and enhanced analytics for trading workflows and decision support.
Required Skills and Experience
- Experience in foreign exchange trading, markets, or treasury-related functions.
- Solid understanding of FX products, market structure, pricing, and execution dynamics.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret macro, technical, and flow-based market signals.
- Sound judgment under pressure in fast-moving market environments.
- Knowledge of risk controls, position management, and trading governance expectations.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with sales, traders, risk, operations, and technology teams.
- High attention to detail and disciplined execution mindset.
- Proficiency in market platforms, spreadsheets, and trading/analytics tools.
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Mathematics, or related field.
- Relevant markets or treasury certifications are a plus.
- Familiarity with regional and global FX market conventions.
- Experience supporting automation, reporting, or data-driven trading analysis.
Success Measures
- Consistent execution quality and pricing discipline
- Effective risk management and adherence to limits
- Strong control environment and operational accuracy
- Timely market insight generation and desk support
- Constructive collaboration across front office and support teams
Behavioral Expectations
- Demonstrates accountability and sound risk awareness
- Maintains composure and judgment in volatile market conditions
- Shows curiosity and continuous learning about global markets
- Works collaboratively across teams and functions
- Upholds high standards of integrity, conduct, and control
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
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