We are seeking a motivated and client-focused Specialist II, FX Sales professional to support the growth of our foreign exchange franchise in Seoul. The role will focus on developing and maintaining client relationships, delivering FX solutions, and partnering across trading, product, and relationship teams to meet client needs. The successful candidate will combine market knowledge, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills to help drive client engagement and revenue growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Support coverage and development of institutional and/or corporate client relationships for FX products and solutions.
- Identify client needs and provide relevant FX market color, trade ideas, and execution support.
- Partner closely with FX Trading, relationship managers, and product specialists to deliver coordinated client solutions.
- Assist in preparing client materials, market updates, pitch content, and sales commentary.
- Monitor market developments, macroeconomic events, and currency trends relevant to client portfolios and hedging needs.
- Contribute to revenue generation by supporting flow business, client activity, and broader franchise growth objectives.
- Maintain strong awareness of risk, controls, and applicable regulatory requirements in all sales activities.
- Ensure accurate follow-up on client inquiries, pricing requests, onboarding support, and internal coordination.
- Build internal networks across sales, trading, operations, compliance, and other support functions.
- Keep CRM and sales activity records current where required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Relevant experience in FX sales, markets, treasury, or a related financial services role.
- Understanding of FX products, market structure, and client servicing practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build credibility with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Commercial mindset with interest in financial markets and macroeconomic trends.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and common market/sales tools.
- Fluency in Korean and English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting institutional investors, financial institutions, corporates, or asset managers.
- Familiarity with FX spot, forwards, swaps, and vanilla options.
- Knowledge of local Korean market dynamics and client landscape.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to sales strategy and pipeline development.
- Relevant industry certifications or licenses, if applicable.
Key Competencies
- Client focus
- Market awareness
- Commercial acumen
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Execution discipline
- Problem solving
- Ownership and accountability
What Success Looks Like
- Builds trusted relationships with clients and internal partners.
- Delivers timely, relevant, and high-quality FX market insights and solutions.
- Contributes to business growth, client activity, and franchise development.
- Operates with strong risk awareness and disciplined execution.
- Represents BNY professionally in all client interactions.
About Us
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. About the TeamAt BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom & BNY LinkedIn
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- America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
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Our Benefits and Rewards:
BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- Relevant experience in FX sales, markets, treasury, or related financial services role.
- Understanding of FX products, market structure, and client servicing practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build credibility with clients and stakeholders.
- Commercial mindset with interest in financial markets and macroeconomic trends.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and common market/sales tools (CRM).
- Fluency in Korean and English.
- Experience supporting institutional investors, financial institutions, corporates, or asset managers.
- Familiarity with FX spot, forwards, swaps, and vanilla options.
- Knowledge of local Korean market dynamics and client landscape.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to sales strategy and pipeline development.
- Relevant industry certifications or licenses, if applicable.
BNY Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BNY and has not been reviewed or approved by BNY.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes comprehensive options with a $0‑premium plan for eligible lower earners, expanded mental‑health support with personalized therapy, and strong income protection through short‑ and long‑term disability. These features have been recently enhanced and are paired with dental and vision coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave provides 16 weeks of fully paid time for all parents, with added support such as adoption assistance. This breadth offers strong coverage for major family events.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program includes a company match and Roth options to support long‑term savings. Additional financial programs like tuition assistance and savings vehicles complement retirement readiness.
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What We Do
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