Fixed Income Trader at Safesec Capital

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Job Description

Safesec Capital is a leading financial services brokerage firm based in Lagos, Nigeria. With a team of seasoned professionals who possess in-depth knowledge of the local and global financial markets, we bring a wealth of expertise to every client engagement. We are driven by a relentless pursuit of value creation, and our clients' success is our ultimate measure of achievement.

Job Summary

  • We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fixed Income Trader to join our trading desk. 
  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing fixed income trades, managing risk, monitoring market developments, and maximizing trading profitability across government and corporate debt instruments.

Job Industry

Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Execute buy/sell orders for FGN Bonds, Treasury Bills, and other debt instruments.
  • Monitor and analyze market trends, economic indicators, and yield curves.
  • Manage a proprietary trading book with adherence to risk limits and compliance guidelines.
  • Liaise with institutional clients, brokers, and regulators to ensure efficient trade execution.
  • Prepare daily P&L and position reports for management.
  • Provide market intelligence and contribute to strategy development.

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field (Master’s is a plus).
  • 3–5+ years experience in fixed income trading (preferably in Nigerian markets).
  • Strong understanding of FGN securities, yield curves, and pricing models.
  • Familiarity with Bloomberg, Reuters, and other market data platforms.
  • Excellent quantitative, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Certification from CIS, CFA, or other recognized institutions is an advantage.
  • Registered with SEC as a sponsored individual (or eligibility to be registered).


Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@safeseccapital.com using “Fixed Income Trader Application – [Your Name]” as the subject of the email.

Close Date

30/06/2025