Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsMarket maker in hard-currency, secondary trading and primary bond issuance Leading international investment bank. LondonAbout Our Client A large, globally active investment bank, the client operates a well-established Global Markets platform with a strong presence in credit trading across developed and emerging markets. The bank is known for its collaborative trading culture, active participation in primary issuance, and continued investment in technology and data-driven trading capabilities.Job Description VP / Director - Emerging Markets Credit Trader | Global Investment BankThe RoleThis position sits within a well-established Global Credit Trading franchise covering Emerging Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia, alongside European and US credit products. The desk is an active market maker in hard-currency Emerging Markets credit and plays a meaningful role in both secondary trading and primary bond issuance.The successful candidate will join a focused Emerging Markets credit team and is expected to assume risk immediately, contributing to flow trading, market-making and client-facing activity across CEEMEA.Key ResponsibilitiesMake competitive, consistent markets in Emerging Markets hard-currency credit, including cash bonds and CDSActively manage risk and deliver stable, sustainable revenues across the credit cycleTrade and provide cover across additional EM sectors as required by the deskSupport and participate in primary market activity, working closely with syndicate and DCMProvide timely market colour and trade ideas to Sales and clientsIdentify opportunities to grow franchise relevance, market share and product incomeActively promote the bank's credit trading franchise internally and externallyEmbrace and promote the use of trading technology, data analytics and electronic executionThe Successful ApplicantVP / Director Emerging Markets Credit Trader - CEEMEA FocusExperience & QualificationsEssential5+ years' experience trading Emerging Markets credit within an investment bankProven track record trading CEEMEA risk, ideally with exposure to MENA corporates and financial institutionsStrong understanding of fixed income products, pricing, hedging and risk managementAbility to perform in a high-pressure, fast-moving trading environmentUniversity degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)DesirableDegree from a top-tier university; background in finance, economics, maths, engineering or similarPostgraduate or advanced degreeCoding or data skills (e.g. Python, Java)Additional languagesPersonal AttributesCommercially minded with an entrepreneurial approachResilient, adaptable and highly disciplinedStrong sense of ownership and accountabilityClear, concise communicator able to engage effectively with Sales, Research and DCMTeam-oriented with a positive, constructive mindsetHigh attention to detail and ability to process large amounts of information under time pressureWhat's on OfferThis is a rare opportunity to join a global investment banking platform with:Meaningful autonomy at VP / Director levelDirect exposure to client flow and primary issuanceA desk investing in technology-led trading and data-driven decision makingStrong visibility and scope for long-term progression within the franchiseContactTara BagleyQuote job refJN-042026-7000957Phone number+44 207 645 1434Job summaryJob functionBanking & Financial ServicesSubsectorSales & TradingSectorFinancial ServicesLocationCity of LondonContract typePermanentConsultant nameTara BagleyConsultant phone+44 207 645 1434Job referenceJN-042026-7000957
