Advanced Markets, 26 Degrees, Trade Nation and Other Four Companies Are Hiring Now

The layoff saga continues to unravel for the global economy ecosystem.

In the banking industry, UBS Group has unveiled plans this week to axe 3,000 jobs in Switzerland in the next couple of years, for the purpose of achieving more than $10 billion in cost savings after taking over Credit Suisse.

Besides, the parent company of BMO, Chicago's second-largest bank by deposits, is trimming 2.5% of its headcount in the U.S. and Canada, with well over 100 employees to be affected in Chicago.

Goldman Sachs has cut pay for its UK employees by 10% during the first six months of 2023. In a move prop up a faltering economy, five of China's biggest banks on Friday cut interest rates on a range of deposits.

In the crypto world, Tiger Global-backed crypto exchange CoinsSwitch has let go 44 employees as part of a restructuring exercise.

Further, according to "Latin America Digital Transformation" report by venture capital fund Atlantico, two-thirds of Latin American startups have taken layoff measures over the last 18 months, as a result of 65% slump in venture capital funding in the second quarter.

MAS-licensed Financial adviser, MoneyOwl​, announced it would wind its business by year-end.

Given the state of the broader economy, the current employment environment is far from ideal. Despite this, Fazzaco recently found that multiple financial firms, brokerages and fintech firms in particular, are strengthening their marketing and operations teams with new hires. Let's look at what jobs they're offering and what are the responsibilities.

1. Advanced Markets - Compliance Officer

Advanced Markets Group, a renowned institutional liquidity and prime-of-prime brokerage organization, is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to ensure that the company’s Bermuda based investment firm complies with all relevant law and regulations, including those related to anti-money laundering (AML) and countering the financing of terrorism (CFT). 

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, law, or a related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance, with specific experience in AML/CFT.

• Strong understanding of compliance best practices and regulations, with knowledge of the BMA’s rules and regulations considered an advantage.

• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements of other relevant jurisdictions is a plus.

2. 26 Degrees​ - Marketing Manager

The Sydney-based multi-asset prime brokerage 26 Degrees is looking for a Marketing Manager.

Job requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in marketing is essential.

• Minimum 5 years of marketing experience is essential.

• Experience in Financial Services is essential.

• Experience in B2B marketing is preferred.

• Experience working with senior stakeholders and management.

• High level of competency in CRM’s Salesforce and Pardot preferred.

• High level of competency in Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

3. Trade Nation - Business Development Executive

Trade Nation, a regulated platform for CFD and spread trading, is seeking a Business Development Executive. The ideal candidate will have experience in all stages of the sales cycle within the Online Trading space.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor's degree 3+ years in sales industry.

• Experience in full sales cycle including deal closing Demonstrated sales success.

• CRM experience is preferred.

• High level of competency in LinkedIn advertising preferred.

• Experience with HTML, CSS and JavaScript preferred.

• Experience with WordPress.

• Experience with client communication.

4. Axi - Middle Office Analyst

Axi is a global, multi-regulated broker, is looking for a Middle Office Analyst.

The Middle Office Analyst position's primary objective is to ensure accurate and efficient functioning of derivatives flows including: platform administration, prime broker positions and cash reconciliations, market configuration, and IB CRM management. The role demands collaboratively working with trading desk, sales, client service, finance and EFX team.

Job requirements:

• University Diploma/Degree in Finance or any other relevant field of studies.

• Prior experience in Office Administration, Office Management, Financial Reconciliations, Back office or Middle Office within Banking, Finance or Brokerage business.

5. Wintrado Technologies - Sales Manager Forex Software (South Africa, Remote)

Wintrado Technologies, a Swiss Fintech company that offers the full stack of brokerage solutions, is looking for a Sales Manager Forex Software (South Africa, Remote). The role will be a key player in driving the company’s sales activities in the region, focusing on the B2B Forex and financial industry. 

Job requirements:

• Proven sales experience, preferably in software product sales.

• Strong connections and experience in the forex and finance industry.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Proficiency in English; additional languages will be considered an asset.

• Ability to travel as needed.

6. Red Acre -  Senior Affiliate Manager

Red Acre, a bespoke back-office solutions provider, is looking for a Senior Affiliate Manager to the company’s marketing team to help build and maintain relationships with new and existing partners. The role would involve overseeing and optimizing affiliate programs while leveraging the power of influencer partnerships.

Job requirements:

• At least 5 years experience as an affiliate manager or similar role.

• Previous professional experience within the Forex industry.

• Prove experience with Affiliate Program Management.

• In-depth knowledge of affiliate marketing and influencer marketing.

• Strong understanding of affiliate networks and platforms.

7. IMC Trading - Head of Human Resources

IMC Trading, one of the world's leading market makers, is seeking an exceptional HR leader with a proven track record in developing and expanding HR functions in technology-driven, entrepreneurial environments. This leadership position reports directly to the Managing Director, and works closely with the Global Head of HR.

Furthermore, the role will closely partner with the company Head of Recruitment to attract and hire high-performing and accomplished talent.

The ideal candidate is required to be an experienced HR leader with over 15 years of expertise spanning start-ups, scale-ups, and corporate enterprises, possessing a wealth of experience across a wide array of HR domains.