Trading Desk Officer

Our client, a privately held group of companies operating in Investment Services, Fund Administration, Online Investing, and Payments, is looking for a Trading Desk Officer to join their team.
This is an office-based role with shift hours, offering a salary of up to €30K.
Role & Responsibilities

• Handle and settle trades across equities, fixed income instruments, funds, and money market products in both domestic and international markets
• Support trading operations on the Malta Stock Exchange, including order reconciliation activities
• Set up and maintain security records within trading platforms
• Process the transfer of securities between accounts
• Assist with IPO-related administration and shareholder services, including AGMs and loyalty programmes
• Maintain bond and fund lists and upload daily market commentary
• Provide operational assistance to internal departments
• Contribute to MiFID II reporting, market abuse surveillance (local and international), and other regulatory obligations
• Keep standard operating procedures up to date

Education, Skills & Experience

• A qualification in Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related field
• Fluency in English at a C2 or native level, both written and spoken
• Understanding of financial markets, including equities and fixed income instruments
• A keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask under pressure
• Ability to work effectively within a team and support multiple internal stakeholders
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Understanding of regulatory concepts such as MiFID II and market abuse is considered an asset
• Willingness to work flexible hours as required

About the Role

• Salary up to €30K + KPI bonus
• Shift-based schedule (no night shifts), weekdays including public holidays
• Morning and evening shifts, with start times from 8:30 and end times up to 22:00
• Relocation support
• Ongoing internal training
• Study leave
• Sponsorship schemes for further studies
• Opportunities for career growth

Note: Candidates already based in Malta are preferred, but the client is also open to candidates willing to relocate.
Apply with your detailed CV.
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