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Absa Bank
Markets Sales Dealer: Commercial and E-Channels – Absa Bank
Position Details
- Organization: Absa Bank
- Location: Absa House – ABT
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Job Requisition ID: R-15987091
- Posted: Today
- Application Deadline: 23 May 2026
About Absa Bank
Absa is a leading African financial institution with over 100 years of banking history and regional expertise across the continent.
The bank promotes:
- Career growth and development
- Innovation and leadership
- Customer-focused banking solutions
- Professional learning through the My Career Development Portal
Job Summary
The Markets Sales Dealer: Commercial and E-Channels role sits within the CIB Markets Sales function and reports to the Head of Markets Sales.
The role focuses on:
- Managing customer relationships
- Selling derivatives and risk management products
- Expanding Markets business opportunities
- Delivering customer-focused financial solutions
- Supporting revenue growth and risk management objectives
The position works closely with:
- Corporate Banking
- Business Banking
- Investment Banking
- Trade Finance
- Retail Banking
Purpose of the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Serve as a key Markets Sales contact internally and externally
- Support Corporate and Commercial clients with Markets solutions
- Develop Risk Management Products opportunities
- Drive the Markets business strategy
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships
Key Responsibilities
Client Portfolio & Relationship Management
- Manage a portfolio of clients for Markets Risk Management Products
- Develop relationships with:
- Commercial Relationship Managers
- Corporate clients
- Internal stakeholders
- Act as a trusted Markets adviser to customers
Product Sales & Trading
Drive sales and usage of:
- Absa Access FX
- Investment products
- Risk Management Products
Additional responsibilities:
- Trade directly with customers where required
- Promote CIB Markets solutions across customer segments
- Expand the customer base for Markets products and services
Business Growth & Performance
- Meet profitability and volume targets
- Support preparation of the annual Markets strategic plan
- Provide regular monthly performance feedback
- Maintain adherence to policies, procedures, and credit limits
Risk & Compliance
- Apply risk management frameworks and controls
- Report operational and risk incidents appropriately
- Promote a strong risk and compliance culture
- Identify opportunities to strengthen operational controls
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in:
- Business
- Commerce
- Management Studies
- Professional qualifications required
- Postgraduate qualification preferred
Experience
- Minimum 2 years banking experience
- At least 1 year within a Global Markets environment
- Proven trading experience and track record
Certifications
- Basic ACI Dealing Certificate
Required Knowledge & Skills
Financial Markets Knowledge
- Financial Markets products and services
- Risk management tools and strategies
- Balance sheet and income statement analysis
- Back-office operations
Banking Knowledge
Understanding of:
- Trade finance
- Structured trade finance
- Merchant banking
- Forfaiting
- Corporate and Retail Banking operations
Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills
- Relationship management capability
- Effective communication skills
- Decision-making ability
- Ability to work in a dealing-room environment
- Innovation and initiative
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong business awareness
- Professionalism and integrity
- Confidence and decisiveness
- Creativity and innovation
- Ethical conduct
- Customer orientation
- Ability to work independently
Risk & Control Expectations
The role requires:
- Strong understanding of operational risks and controls
- Compliance with Absa policies and procedures
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Timely reporting of incidents and risk events
- Completion of mandatory compliance training
Exceptional Aspects of the Role
Candidates should be prepared for:
- Working beyond normal office hours
- Dynamic and fast-paced market environments
- High levels of responsibility and independence
- Frequent customer engagement and presentations
- Strong focus on sales and relationship management
Absa Values
Absa Bank values:
- Trust
- Resourcefulness
- Stewardship
- Inclusiveness
- Courage
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
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