Capital Markets Trader, Director

Capital Markets Trader, Director 

For over 150 years, our dedication to being the Global Hausbank for our clients has been driven by our people – in around 60 countries and across more than 150 nationalities.

Their deep understanding, insights, expertise, and passion help our clients navigate an increasingly complex world – be it in our Corporate Bank, our Private Bank, our Investment Bank or our Asset Management division. Together we can make a great impact for our clients home and abroad, securing their lasting success and financial security.  

Deutsche Bank Switzerland is looking for an experienced Capital Markets Trader, Director  to act as Deputy to the Head of Trading. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility across multiple asset classes, combining hands‑on trading expertise with strategic oversight, risk management, and process innovation in a highly regulated banking environment.

The role offers significant exposure across Capital Markets Sales, Coverage, Risk, Compliance, Operations, Legal and Audit, with a strong focus on client outcomes, best execution, and sustainable revenue generation

Responsibilities

• Trade across Equities, Fixed Income, Listed Derivatives, Foreign Exchange, Precious Metals, and related derivatives

• Ensure market‑appropriate, timely and compliant pricing and execution, consistently adhering to Best Execution standards

• Act as a senior trading authority and deputy to the Head of Trading, supporting leadership, decision‑making and escalation processes

• Partner closely with Capital Markets Sales, Coverage, Operations, Risk, Compliance, Legal and Audit to deliver best in class client coverage and robust trading solutions

• Assess, manage and control risks across market, credit, operational and reputational dimensions

• Drive the development and continuous improvement of trading, pricing, and execution processes

• Lead and sponsor automation, digitalisation and efficiency initiatives in trading and post‑trade workflows

• Contribute to strategic initiatives, business development, and the evolution of the Europe International capital markets platform

• Support governance, regulatory engagement, audits and internal controls in line with Swiss and global regulatory standards

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 10 years of trading experience across multiple asset classes, including

  • Equities (incl. SIX Swiss Exchange licence)

  • Fixed Income

  • Listed Derivatives

  • Foreign Exchange & Precious Metals

  • In‑depth derivatives knowledge 

• Fluent in English and German (mandatory); additional languages are an advantage

• Strong understanding of legal, compliance and regulatory requirements applicable to trading within a regulated bank (e.g. FINMA, MiFID, MAR, internal governance)

• Proven ability to identify, assess and manage trading‑related risks, including market, credit, operational and reputational risks

• Experience in a senior, lead or people‑management role within a trading or capital markets environment

• Deep understanding of automation and digitalisation in trading, including electronic execution and process optimisation

• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to think critically under pressure

• Strong stakeholder‑management, communication and interpersonal skills

• Team‑oriented mindset, with the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment

• Positive, entrepreneurial and self‑motivated personality, with a strong desire to grow and make an impact

Well-being & Benefits

• Emotionally and mentally balanced
  We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.

• Physically thriving
  We support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive.

• Socially connected
  We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self confidence and well being.

• Financially secure
  We support you to meet personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.