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1. The Bond Trading team plays a crucial role in risk transformation within Commerzbank and works closely with other key stakeholders in the Bonds area, such as Syndicate, Origination, and Sales. Trading acts as the risk and flow processing arm for both primary and secondary markets.
2. From a primary market perspective, trading activities are aligned with the objectives established to meet the needs of bond issuers, who are key clients of our business. On the secondary side, trading collaborates closely with Sales and the Origination Team to achieve business goals as defined from both the investors' and issuers' perspectives.
3. Trading manages risk positions originating from various areas within the business with profitability targets and P&L responsibility. However, all activities are driven by a client-centric approach across asset classes.
4. Extensive trading experience in EUR Supranational, Sub-Sovereign and Agency bonds (EUR SSAs)
5. Proven track record of running a trading book independently and generating consistent profits.
6. Professional experience in managing own trading book and building a profitable business in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
7. Demonstrated expertise in working with algorithmic trading systems, e-trading, and the ability to initiate and support digitization efforts on the trading desk.
8. Excellent technical skills in risk management and a strong understanding of diverse trading and hedging strategies.
9. Representational authority in both the market and within the company.
10. Ability to perform under pressure and make informed decisions promptly.
11. Strong team orientation with excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
12. Fluency in English is required; German or additional European language skills are advantageous.
13. Confident demeanor with strong communication and presentation abilities.
14. Extensive experience in maintaining direct dialogue and engaging with all relevant investors.
15. IT and digital affine, capacity to take initiative as to further digitization and efficiency of trading processes and client flows
Our Benefits
16. Flexible work
17. Professional training & development
18. Friendly work environment
19. Diverse tasks
20. Work-life balance
Flexible work; Professional training & development; Friendly work environment; Diverse tasks; Work-life balance
Commerzbank is the leading bank for the Mittelstand and with a comprehensive portfolio of financial services a strong partner for corporate client groups and private and small-business customers in Germany. We are a bank that is characterized by a fair and cooperative relationship with one another and with our customers.
We appreciate working in inspiring teams of people who bring a diverse background. We offer a creative environment and excellent career development opportunities. Work Life Balance is very important to us. And of course, we know that a good job also includes an attractive salary.