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Swaps Trader Onboarding

Application for employment

Screening interview

In-depth interview

Approval: Hiring Manager

Job offer

Acceptance of job offer

Background check and verification

Orientation

Completion of necessary paperwork, Signing NDA and Compliance Documents

Setting up e-mail, Security identification, Software access

Introduction to team and Department Heads

Training sessions on the trading system and execution of swaps orders

Approval: Tech Team for Tool Access and Functionality

Education on company procedures and code of conduct

Introduction to Swap Contracts and risk management

Working alongside with a seasoned trader to understand the market operations

Approval: Trader Supervisor for Solo Trading

Individual trading supervision

Performance review

Approval: Performance Review Committee

Application for employment

Please complete the application form to apply for a position as a swaps trader. Your application will be reviewed by our HR team.

Full Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Resume/CV

Cover Letter

Screening interview

Congratulations on passing the initial screening! The screening interview is an opportunity for us to get to know you better and assess your suitability for the role. Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability.

Why are you interested in becoming a swaps trader?

Describe your previous experience in finance or trading.

Which of the following financial instruments have you traded before?

1

Stocks
2

Bonds
3

Options
4

Futures
5

None of the above

What is your highest level of education?

1

High School
2

Bachelor's Degree
3

Master's Degree
4

Ph.D.
5

Other

In-depth interview

Congratulations on making it to the in-depth interview! This interview will delve deeper into your knowledge and skills in swaps trading. Prepare yourself by familiarizing yourself with different trading strategies and risk management techniques.

Describe your understanding of swaps trading and its role in financial markets.

Explain how you manage risk in your trading activities.

Please indicate the trading strategies you are familiar with:

1

Arbitrage
2

Hedging
3

Speculation
4

Spread trading
5

Position trading

Please provide an example of a successful trading strategy you have implemented.

Approval: Hiring Manager

Application for employment
Will be submitted
Screening interview
Will be submitted
In-depth interview
Will be submitted

Job offer

Congratulations! We are pleased to extend a job offer to you as a swaps trader. Please review the offer details below and indicate your acceptance.

Job Title

Job Description

Employment Type

1

Full-time
2

Part-time
3

Contract
4

Internship
5

Temporary

Salary

Start Date

Please indicate any additional benefits you would like to negotiate:

1

Health Insurance
2

Retirement Plan
3

Paid Time Off
4

Flexible Work Schedule
5

Bonuses

Acceptance of job offer

Congratulations on accepting the job offer! Please provide the following information to confirm your acceptance and initiate the onboarding process.

Acceptance Date

Personal Email Address

Emergency Contact Phone Number

Emergency Contact Person

Background check and verification

Before joining our team, we need to verify your background and qualifications. Please provide the necessary information for the background check process.

Social Security Number

Previous Employment History

Education History

Identification Document (e.g., Passport, Driver's License)

Proof of Address (e.g., Utility Bill, Bank Statement)

Orientation

Welcome to our organization! The orientation is designed to provide you with an overview of our company, culture, and values. We hope you enjoy this interactive experience.

Preferred Pronouns

T-shirt Size

1

S
2

M
3

L
4

XL
5

XXL

Dietary Restrictions

Allergies

Are you interested in participating in any of the following employee resource groups?

1

Women Empowerment
2

LGBTQ+ Inclusion
3

Ethnic Diversity
4

Mental Health & Well-being
5

None

Completion of necessary paperwork, Signing NDA and Compliance Documents

As part of the onboarding process, there are several paperwork and legal documents that need to be completed. Please review and sign the following documents.

Employee Handbook Acknowledgement Form

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

Code of Conduct

Setting up e-mail, Security identification, Software access

To ensure smooth communication and secure access to our systems, please provide the required information to set up your email account, security identification, and software access.

Preferred Email Address

Preferred Username

Preferred Password

Security Question

Introduction to team and Department Heads

Welcome to your new team! This task will introduce you to your colleagues and department heads. Take this opportunity to connect and get to know each other.

Team Leader

Department Head

Mentor

Team Building Activity

Training sessions on the trading system and execution of swaps orders

Get ready to dive into the world of swaps trading! These training sessions will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to execute swaps orders effectively.

Preferred Training Schedule

1

Weekdays Morning
2

Weekdays Afternoon
3

Weekdays Evening
4

Weekends Morning
5

Weekends Afternoon

Training Start Date

Which trading system/s have you used before?

1

Bloomberg
2

Thomson Reuters Eikon
3

CQG
4

TradeStation
5

None

Please indicate the swaps order execution methods you are familiar with:

1

Voice Brokering
2

Electronic Trading Platforms
3

RFQ (Request for Quote)
4

Algorithmic Trading
5

None

Approval: Tech Team for Tool Access and Functionality

Orientation
Will be submitted
Completion of necessary paperwork, Signing NDA and Compliance Documents
Will be submitted
Setting up e-mail, Security identification, Software access
Will be submitted

Education on company procedures and code of conduct

In order to align with our company's values and policies, it's important to understand our procedures and code of conduct. Please review the following materials and indicate your understanding.

Company Procedures Manual

Code of Conduct

Which of the following ethical principles are important to you?

1

Integrity
2

Accountability
3

Transparency
4

Fairness
5

Respect

Introduction to Swap Contracts and risk management

Understanding swap contracts and risk management is crucial for success in swaps trading. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with these concepts and their implications.

Swap Contracts Guide

Risk Management Manual

How would you define counterparty risk?

Please indicate the types of swaps you are familiar with:

1

Interest Rate Swaps
2

Currency Swaps
3

Commodity Swaps
4

Credit Default Swaps
5

Equity Swaps

Working alongside with a seasoned trader to understand the market operations

You will have the opportunity to learn from an experienced swaps trader. Take this time to observe their trading strategies, decision-making processes, and how they navigate the market.

Seasoned Trader Mentor

Main Area of Focus

Which market indicators do you find most valuable?

1

Moving Averages
2

Relative Strength Index (RSI)
3

Bollinger Bands
4

MACD
5

None

Approval: Trader Supervisor for Solo Trading

Training sessions on the trading system and execution of swaps orders
Will be submitted
Introduction to team and Department Heads
Will be submitted
Education on company procedures and code of conduct
Will be submitted
Introduction to Swap Contracts and risk management
Will be submitted
Working alongside with a seasoned trader to understand the market operations
Will be submitted

Individual trading supervision

In this task, you will have dedicated one-on-one sessions with a designated supervisor who will provide personalized guidance, feedback, and support to enhance your trading skills. These sessions aim to identify areas of improvement and help you refine your trading strategies.

Full Name

Supervisor Name

First Supervision Date

Areas of Improvement

1

Risk Management
2

Trade Execution
3

Market Analysis
4

Position Sizing
5

Emotional Control

Performance review

This task involves a comprehensive performance review to evaluate your progress, achievements, and areas of development as a swaps trader. Feedback from your supervisor, colleagues, and self-evaluation will be considered to help you grow and excel in your role.

Full Name

Review Date

Performance Evaluation