Absa Group

Dealing Analyst

Absa Group

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Port Louis • Mauritius

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Job Level

Junior

About the role

  • Execute and process client trades in line with instructions, while responding to trade-related queries and providing market-facing support where required.
  • Manage and coordinate client onboarding, including documentation review, account setup, and platform enablement, ensuring a seamless client experience.
  • Act as a key point of contact between the Dealing Desk, Relationship Managers, and internal teams to ensure efficient trade flow and operational alignment.
  • Monitor trading activity to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies.
  • Identify and escalate complex trading or operational issues to the Dealing Desk Manager in a timely manner.
  • Provide regular market, trading, and operational updates to the Dealing Desk Manager, highlighting key issues and opportunities.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of client interactions, trade instructions, and executed transactions in line with internal and regulatory standards.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across dealing and onboarding processes to enhance execution efficiency and overall client experience.

Requirements

  • 1–3 years of experience in a dealing, trading, or execution role within financial services, brokerage, or capital markets environments.
  • Practical exposure to trading platforms, order management systems, and trade lifecycle processes.
  • Experience in a client-facing or front-office environment, with responsibility for handling trade-related queries and supporting execution.
  • Familiarity with online trading platforms and a sound understanding of financial markets and trading concepts.
  • Working knowledge of financial regulations and compliance frameworks applicable to trading and execution activities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and French; additional languages are advantageous.
  • Client-focused approach with the ability to manage trade-related queries professionally, accurately, and efficiently.
  • Strong problem-solving ability with the capacity to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, dealing counterparts, and internal stakeholders.
  • Strong working knowledge of electronic trading platforms and client execution interfaces used in dealing environments.
  • Ability to execute and manage client orders efficiently, including handling complex order types and ensuring accurate trade processing.
  • Solid understanding of order types, execution methodologies, and core market microstructure and terminology.
  • Good understanding of end-to-end trade lifecycle processes, including execution, confirmation, allocation, and settlement.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel for trade reporting, data analysis, and operational record-keeping, along with strong command of standard office productivity tools.
Benefits
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
communication skillsclient-focused approachproblem-solving abilityrelationship buildingability to work under pressuretime managementattention to detailprofessionalismadaptabilityteam collaboration