Job Description

Institutional Trading Executive - First Abu Dhabi Bank - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
Institutional Trading Executive at First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi is responsible for executing equity, fixed income, and other mandated trades on behalf of domestic and international institutional clients. The role focuses on delivering best execution, service excellence, and timely reporting while strictly adhering to internal policies, exchange rules, and regulatory requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Sales
Salary: 20000-30000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Trade Execution and Client Service

• Execute buy and sell orders for institutional clients in line with client instructions, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Work closely with sales traders to ensure best execution quality and timely trade reporting
• Source liquidity from brokers and counterparties and maintain a database of block securities
• Execute trades manually on market systems during OMS downtime after obtaining required approvals
• Respond promptly to client requests through authorized communication channels
• Validate customer information and transaction details prior to order execution
• Prepare and manage trade-related documentation requiring client authorization
• Act as first-level escalation point for client trade disputes and inform senior sales traders accordingly

Relationship Management and Market Engagement

• Maintain regular communication with assigned institutional clients to discuss markets, ideas, and opportunities
• Arrange and participate in client meetings independently or jointly with sales teams
• Support business development efforts by promoting the desk's execution capabilities and market intelligence

Operational Excellence and Reporting

• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping of all trading activities
• Manage order distribution within the execution team
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly call and activity reports to the Head of Desk
• Update client profiles and ensure data accuracy
• Operate within departmental budgets and contribute toward execution and service targets

Compliance, Risk, and Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to legal, compliance, and risk management policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, ethical trading, and professional conduct
• Support regulatory and internal training requirements as mandated

Learning and Development

• Continuously enhance brokerage capabilities across regional and international markets
• Maintain up-to-date product and market knowledge
• Participate in required training programs and professional development initiatives

Ideal Profile

• Graduate degree in Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related discipline
• Minimum 4 years of experience in relationship management, with at least 3 years in a brokerage or broker-dealer environment
• Strong understanding of UAE capital markets and ESCA regulations
• Proven relationship management, sales, and business development skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail with the ability to perform under pressure

Why Join Us

• Execute trades for institutional clients at the UAE's largest bank
• Work in a high-impact, market-facing role within a professional trading environment
• Collaborate with experienced sales and trading teams across regional and international markets
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the Abu Dhabi financial services market

About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE's largest bank and one of the world's most secure financial institutions, offering a comprehensive range of corporate, investment, retail, private, and Islamic banking services. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB is known for its strong governance, inclusive culture, and commitment to delivering trusted, high-quality financial solutions to institutional and global clients.
Job Title Institutional Trading Executive - First Abu Dhabi Bank - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Institutional Trading Executive - First Abu Dhabi Bank - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
Institutional Trading Executive at First Abu Dhabi Bank in Abu Dhabi is responsible for executing equity, fixed income, and other mandated trades on behalf of domestic and international institutional clients. The role focuses on delivering best execution, service excellence, and timely reporting while strictly adhering to internal policies, exchange rules, and regulatory requirements.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Sales
Salary: 20000-30000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Trade Execution and Client Service

• Execute buy and sell orders for institutional clients in line with client instructions, internal procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Work closely with sales traders to ensure best execution quality and timely trade reporting
• Source liquidity from brokers and counterparties and maintain a database of block securities
• Execute trades manually on market systems during OMS downtime after obtaining required approvals
• Respond promptly to client requests through authorized communication channels
• Validate customer information and transaction details prior to order execution
• Prepare and manage trade-related documentation requiring client authorization
• Act as first-level escalation point for client trade disputes and inform senior sales traders accordingly

Relationship Management and Market Engagement

• Maintain regular communication with assigned institutional clients to discuss markets, ideas, and opportunities
• Arrange and participate in client meetings independently or jointly with sales teams
• Support business development efforts by promoting the desk's execution capabilities and market intelligence

Operational Excellence and Reporting

• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping of all trading activities
• Manage order distribution within the execution team
• Prepare and submit daily and weekly call and activity reports to the Head of Desk
• Update client profiles and ensure data accuracy
• Operate within departmental budgets and contribute toward execution and service targets

Compliance, Risk, and Governance

• Ensure strict adherence to legal, compliance, and risk management policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality, ethical trading, and professional conduct
• Support regulatory and internal training requirements as mandated

Learning and Development

• Continuously enhance brokerage capabilities across regional and international markets
• Maintain up-to-date product and market knowledge
• Participate in required training programs and professional development initiatives

Ideal Profile

• Graduate degree in Finance, Economics, Marketing, or a related discipline
• Minimum 4 years of experience in relationship management, with at least 3 years in a brokerage or broker-dealer environment
• Strong understanding of UAE capital markets and ESCA regulations
• Proven relationship management, sales, and business development skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail with the ability to perform under pressure

Why Join Us

• Execute trades for institutional clients at the UAE's largest bank
• Work in a high-impact, market-facing role within a professional trading environment
• Collaborate with experienced sales and trading teams across regional and international markets
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the Abu Dhabi financial services market

About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE's largest bank and one of the world's most secure financial institutions, offering a comprehensive range of corporate, investment, retail, private, and Islamic banking services. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB is known for its strong governance, inclusive culture, and commitment to delivering trusted, high-quality financial solutions to institutional and global clients.
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Job Start Date
Salary from 20000.00
Salary to 30000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Abu Dhabi
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Gender No Preference
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