Junior Trader

 

Junior Trader

Job Location: Lekki, Lagos State

Contract

Hybrid

About AEPL

Automated Exchange Partners is a proprietary trading firm based in Lekki Phase 1, Lagos with interests in

Fixed-income, FX, Equities, Commodities, and other financial market instruments. We leverage

our strong understanding of market fundamentals combined with a quantitative and data-driven

process to generate consistent, alpha returns for the firm. If you’re market-obsessed,

data-driven, and eager to grow within a high-performance environment, you might be a fit.

Role Description

We are currently looking for a profit-driven Junior Trader in a contract role (Hybrid) with at least 2

years of experience in trading Forex, Equities, Commodities, Indices, Cryptocurrencies and other

CFD instruments to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for interested applicants to

build on their experience in a demanding but rewarding environment. The ideal candidate will be

charged with developing, executing, and optimizing trades across our asset classes of interest.

Culture

We seek to train our traders on how to tackle even the most challenging market situations while

placing a big emphasis on risk management and mentorship. Our goal is to help our traders

maximize their potential through:

● A competitive payout structure (Between 25-35% of profits).

● An open and friendly team environment.

● Training in fundamental and technical analysis, risk management, market psychology, and

other essential topics.

● Weekly trade reviews with experienced traders for individualized help.

Job Responsibilities

● Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, news, and events to provide timely insights to

the Trading Desk Administrator to help inform trading decisions.

● Trade Execution: Execute trades on a sub-account in line with Trading Desk

Administrator’s instructions and in accordance with established strategies and guidelines,

ensuring timely and accurate execution across various financial instruments and markets.

● Monitoring: Actively monitor P&L, position and alerts for new trades to execute.

● Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Research, Compliance,

and Operations, to ensure seamless trade execution and efficient processes.

● Documentation: Maintain accurate and organized trading records, performance metrics,

and reports.

● Operations: Help manage daily operational processes such as risk, PnL reporting, trading

reconciliations and settlements.

● Learn: Understand our proprietary methodologies and trading systems that support an

established trading business

● Others: Further responsibilities may be driven by the individual's interests and specific

skills.

Experience & Qualifications

● 2+ years of trading experience in FX, Commodities, Equities, or related CFD markets

(demo/live).

● Good understanding of financial markets, instruments and macroeconomic trends.

● Proficiency with trading strategies, market analysis, and risk management principles.

● Familiarity with trading platforms (e.g., MT4/5, Trading View) and financial data tools.

● B.Sc in Economics, Finance or a related course is a plus. Technical degrees and/or relevant

certifications will be considered.

What We Value

● Discipline, consistency, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

● Clear thinking, curiosity, and the willingness to be coached.

● Strong numeracy and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex market data.

● Ability to make data-informed decisions and manage risk intelligently.

● Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

● Demonstrated experience of working independently and as part of a team.

● High standard of integrity.

Nice-To-Have Requirements

● Basic programming skills (SQL & Python).

● Excellent understanding of Fixed Income and Nigerian capital markets.

● Understanding of crypto markets and blockchain fundamentals.

Benefits

● 25-35% of all profits made on capital.

● Upward review of capital when profitability benchmarks are reached.

● Access to experienced traders and mentors.

● Pathway to full-time engagement.

● Remote work consideration.

How To Apply

Send your CV and Trading History to:

taa@automatedexchangepartners.com