Trainee Broker, Forward FX

About TP ICAP Group and Tullett Prebon

TP ICAP Group is a global leader in market infrastructure, committed to offering clients access to worldwide financial and commodities markets. Our goal is to enhance price discovery, liquidity, and data distribution via responsible and innovative approaches. With a presence in over 60 offices across 28 countries and a workforce of 5,300 employees, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker globally by revenue. We lead the Energy & Commodities broking space, provide premier OTC data, and operate an award-winning all-to-all trading platform.

Tullett Prebon (TP) stands as a premier intermediary in wholesale financial and energy markets, delivering comprehensive broking services across numerous asset classes including Equities, Credit, FX, Rates, and Insurance Derivatives. Our clients have access to voice, hybrid, and fully electronic trading channels supported by e-broking platforms.

Role Overview

The Trainee Broker role offers a unique opportunity to master broking fundamentals and develop a fulfilling career. Located within our Forward FX desk, you will assist in broking foreign exchange forward contracts, delivering real-time pricing, market insights, and facilitating client trades through both traditional voice broking and hybrid electronic platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent Tullett Prebon positively in client interactions and internal affairs.
• Support brokers to ensure seamless desk operations.
• Ensure trades are promptly and accurately entered into trading systems.
• Address and resolve trade inquiries promptly, both internally and externally.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate trade records.
• Continuously update real-time manual and electronic whiteboards with the latest market data.
• Contribute insights and support on broker and trader projects.
• Deliver live price quotes to regional offices via the link line.
• Monitor financial markets and follow relevant news and developments.
• Gain a thorough understanding of traded products and stay informed on new products and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Client On-Boarding team to manage new client integrations.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail with the capacity to juggle multiple competing priorities.
• Strong numerical and mathematical competencies.
• Effective time management skills paired with the ability to prioritize urgent tasks.
• Proficient problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage with varied stakeholders.
• Resilience in handling pressures and challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• A degree in economics, finance, or a closely related field.
• Previous experience in sales roles.

Company Culture and Inclusion

At TP ICAP, we value diversity and inclusion highly, fostering a workspace where all can thrive regardless of their background. We encourage candidates passionate about the role even if their experience doesn’t perfectly match the requirements to apply. Our Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to recognizing the potential contributions from diverse skill sets.

The company culture embraces collaboration and inclusivity, supported by our employee network, TP ICAP Accord, which advances awareness, fosters best practices, and promotes continuous cultural development.

Location

This position is based in Sydney, Australia, at Level 27, Castlereagh Street.