Job Vacancy: Fixed Income Trader – Absa Bank Tanzania

Absa Bank Tanzania is seeking a qualified and experienced professional for the position of Fixed Income Trader within its CIB Global Markets function.

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Position Details

• Position: Fixed Income Trader
• Department: CIB Global Markets
• Location: Absa House – Tanzania
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Reference: R-15989789
• Application Deadline: 11 August 2026

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Job Summary

The Fixed Income Trader will report to the Head of Trading and will be responsible for managing fixed income trading activities, executing transactions, monitoring market opportunities, managing portfolio performance, and supporting the bank’s Markets strategy.

The role requires strong knowledge of CIB Markets products and services, financial markets, risk management, and client solutions.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Trading & Execution

• Execute fixed income trades including:
  • Government bonds.
  • Corporate bonds.
  • Money market instruments.
  • Other debt securities.
• Manage trading positions and optimize portfolio returns while maintaining liquidity.
• Monitor:
  • Market conditions.
  • Yield curves.
  • Interest rate movements.
  • Macroeconomic developments.
• Provide accurate pricing, quotations, and execution services.
• Ensure effective:
  • Trade capture.
  • Confirmation.
  • Settlement.
  • Reconciliation processes.

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2. Portfolio Management & Performance

• Monitor portfolio performance against investment benchmarks.
• Recommend portfolio adjustments based on market conditions.
• Optimize risk-adjusted returns within investment guidelines.
• Support asset allocation and investment strategy implementation.

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3. Client Engagement

• Maintain relationships with:
  • Institutional clients.
  • Corporate clients.
  • High-net-worth clients.
• Understand client investment requirements.
• Provide:
  • Market updates.
  • Investment presentations.
  • Portfolio performance reviews.
• Respond to client pricing and transaction requests.
• Deliver value-added advisory services.

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4. Market Research & Intelligence

• Conduct analysis of:
  • Fixed income markets.
  • Monetary policy developments.
  • Economic trends.
• Monitor:
  • Competitor activities.
  • Market opportunities.
  • Liquidity conditions.
• Prepare market commentary and trading recommendations.
• Analyze:
  • Yield curve movements.
  • Credit spreads.
  • Market dynamics.

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5. Risk & Control Management

• Ensure compliance with risk management requirements.
• Monitor:
  • Market risk.
  • Liquidity risk.
  • Credit risk.
  • Operational risk.
• Escalate:
  • Risk breaches.
  • Unusual market activities.
  • Significant exposures.
• Maintain accurate valuation, reporting, and transaction documentation.

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6. Stakeholder Management

Work closely with:

• Markets Sales teams.
• Treasury.
• Operations.
• Compliance.
• Risk.
• Finance.
• Relationship managers.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting business development.
• Contributing to revenue targets.
• Participating in product improvements.
• Maintaining relationships with:
  • Brokers.
  • Counterparties.
  • Custodians.
  • Market participants.

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7. Compliance Responsibilities

• Ensure trading activities comply with:
  • Regulatory requirements.
  • Market conduct standards.
  • Internal policies.
• Maintain complete trading records.
• Support audits and regulatory reviews.
• Promote ethical conduct and fair client treatment.

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Required Qualifications

Education

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in:
  • Business.
  • Commerce.
  • Management Studies.
  • Related fields.

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Required Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong understanding of fixed income markets.
• Knowledge of CIB Markets products and services.
• Financial analysis and investment decision-making skills.
• Understanding of risk management principles.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions.
• Client-focused approach.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.

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Absa Values

Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate Absa’s values:

• Trust
• Resourceful
• Stewardship
• Inclusive
• Courage

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit applications through the Absa Careers portal.

Position: Fixed Income Trader
Deadline: 11 August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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