Who We Are

Grain is a pioneering fintech startup based in the heart of Tel Aviv. We offer embedded cross-currency solutions tailored for software platforms and marketplaces. Grain was founded by  seasoned entrepreneurs, formerly of financial institutions such as  Barclays, Deutsche Bank, and other renowned fintech startups. Grain is backed by leading venture capital firms and prominent financial institutions. At Grain, we offer an opportunity to shape the fintech landscape and be a part of a community that's committed to excellence.

Objectives of this role

• Efficiently execute and manage FX trades to ensure optimal market execution.

• Maintain and improve trading tools and processes to increase operational efficiency.

• Ensure accurate trade allocations and resolution of any discrepancies.

• Being a point of contact regarding trading related aspects with liquidity providers and selected partners

Responsibilities

• Execute FX trades in accordance with client strategies and market conditions.

• Optimize Trading Tools to improve efficiency, implement enhancements to optimize control, ensure accurate trade capture, position management & inventory continuity day over day

• Ensure Trade Accuracy: Work closely with the operations team, bank’s dealing desks and brokers to ensure accurate trade allocations and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain real-time monitoring positions, ensuring alignment with client objectives and risk parameters.

• Work closely with internal teams, including risk management, Data and operation teams.

• Source Liquidity: Engage with brokers and bank dealing desks to secure necessary liquidity.

• Ad Hoc Duties: Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned, including generating ad hoc reports 

Required skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field or equivalent industry experience

• 2+ years of FX trading desk experience, demonstrate ability in executing and managing trades, with a focus on FX derivatives

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in statistical analysis tools and software with emphasis on advanced Excel skills

• Attention to detail to ensure quality, completeness and accuracy of work

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Master's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field

• Knowledge of Google suite products, has ability to quickly work with new tools

• Proficiency with MS suite products

• Knowledge of Python/VBA

• Fluent in written and spoken English