Trainee Broker

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About ICAP

ICAP, part of TP ICAP group, provides a wide variety of execution and information services to wholesale market participants.

We offer broking services covering a wide range of asset classes, including Commodities, Credit, Equities, FX, Money Market Funds and Rates.

For each asset class, ICAP offers e-trading capability, giving clients the option to enter prices and execute trades directly via one of our hybrid electronic trading systems, or to engage with brokers who can identify and negotiate trades.

Role Overview

As a Trainee Broker, you will be part of a highly experienced team working in the European Power Markets. You will assist senior brokers in facilitating trades and developing market strategies while building relationships with clients and market participants. This role will provide hands-on training and the chance to develop a deep understanding of the electricity trading industry. You will be expected to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a small, dynamic team, contributing to the success of the business while learning the intricacies of financial and energy markets.

Role Responsibilities:
- Promote TP ICAP Group.- Provide complete support to the brokers for the smooth running of the desk.- Ensure timely input of trades into trading systems.- Resolve any trade queries received internally and externally, and ensure any trade discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.- Identify trade opportunities and calculate strategies.- Keep trade records up to date.- Update real-time manual / electronic whiteboards with market data.- Provide input on various projects for brokers and traders.- Provide trade details to brokers and traders on a daily basis.- Give live quotes to traders through the messaging systems.- Monitor markets and follow financial news and developments.- Understand the underlying products being traded and keep up to date with knowledge of new products/procedures.- Liaise with clients, (via telephone, messaging and face to face) to understand the business objectives of your clients as to provide a reliable and efficient broking service.- Provide cover to clients, when team members are unavailable.

Experience / Competences:
Essential- Proficient mathematics qualifications.- Demonstrated interest in the financial markets and the economy.- High level of computer competence.- Hard working and willingness to learn.- Resilient - ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment, can keep emotions under control in difficult situations.- Build relationships and networks with both internally and externally wherever possible.- Self-development - naturally inquisitive to learn and develop and grow. Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.- Instils Trust - gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.- Attention to detail.- Team player - demonstrates ability to work effectively with others, communicating clearly and instilling trust with your colleagues.- Values Differences - recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.- Works ethically and shows respect for both professional and company values.- Communication Skills: excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluency in English is required, knowledge of additional CEE languages is an advantage.- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think quickly and analyse market data to assess trends and opportunities.

Desired- Experience using financial software, trading platforms and market research tools.- Experience working in Financial Services.- Understanding of the European Power Markets- Handles situations and problems effectively using own initiate.- Seeks opportunities for improvements.- Demonstrates high levels of energy in seeking out and achieving new goals.
- Job Band & Level: Professional, 4_

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