Foreign Exchange Sales I

First Citizens Bank•Boston, MA

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a hybrid role with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. We are seeking a motivated and results-oriented FX Sales I (Analyst) to join our dynamic Foreign Exchange team. This role involves supporting senior FX salespeople covering a portfolio of Middle Market and Corporate clients, executing trades, and proactively seeking new business opportunities through in-depth client discovery. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong understanding of FX products, pricing, and risk management. This position may require travel (10-20% of the time), including air travel and regional travel. This role, based in New York City, requires three to four days per week in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely the remainder of the week.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 1 years of experience in Foreign Exchange OR High School Diploma or GED and 5 years of experience in Foreign Exchange
Strong understanding of FX products, pricing, and risk management
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in financial analysis and presentation tools (e.g., Bloomberg, PowerPoint, Excel)
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

Work alongside senior salespeople to support and grow a portfolio of clients, building strong relationships and providing exceptional service
Conduct in-depth client discovery dialogue to uncover new business opportunities
Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within the assigned client base
Conduct and support regular client meetings and attend industry events to expand the client network
Build relationships with internal partners across Product, Trading, Credit, Operations and Relationship Management teams
Respond to client inquiries and requests in a timely and professional manner
Execute FX trades, including spot, forward, option, and swap deals
Assist in pricing and structuring FX transactions
Create presentation and marketing material for client, prospect, and internal meetings
Monitor market movements and provide timely updates to clients and traders
Stay up to date on market trends, economic indicators, and geopolitical events affecting FX markets
Leverage market knowledge to provide insightful commentary and trade recommendations to clients
Assist in the day-to-day operations of the FX sales team
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies
Investigate and resolve payment issues, including wire tracking, trade confirmations, and settlement exceptions
Execute trade amendments and corrections
Serve as primary a liaison between Sales and Middle Office/Operations teams to expedite issue resolution
Support trade booking and transaction workflow
Monitor and assist with compliance requirements for client transactions
Assist with data analysis and reporting for sales performance tracking
Contribute to the development and improvement of operational processes