Global Markets Trainee - FX & Rates Macro Fin
- Crédit Agricole CIB
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- HKD 240,000 – HKD 360,000
General information
Entity
About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.
As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.
Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.
We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.
Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.
By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.
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*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025
Reference
2026-115121
Update date
28/08/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Economic and Financial Analysis
Job title
Global Markets Trainee - FX & Rates Macro Financial Institution Sales (One Year Contract)
Contract type
Internship/Trainee
Job summary
Please apply for this role on our Career Website and complete the form at this link. Both steps are required for your application to be considered complete.
The Macro Sales team covers institutional clients across Asia on rates and FX. We provide market colour, trade ideas and execution across government bonds, interest-rate derivatives, FX and government repo products, working closely with Trading, Research and other internal partners.
We are looking for a trainee to join the team and work directly alongside senior salespeople covering global asset managers, hedge funds, insurers and banks. This is a practical, immersive role built to develop the next generation of sales talent.
The ideal candidate should complete their graduation requirements and is available to start the position from Sep 2026 onwards. Trainee program is one year to begin with and possible for extension up to 2 years in total, subject to performance and business needs. At the end of the program, you will be considered for a permanent role based on your performance and business needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Support senior sales on daily coverage: market updates, trade ideas, pitch materials and client notes
- Monitor rates, FX and rates repo markets (including Asia local markets such as HKD, CNH and KRW) and flag relevant moves, flows and opportunities
- Assist with trade execution, booking, recaps and post-trade follow-up
- Help with client onboarding, KYC and coordination with Trading, Research, Middle Office and Operations
- Maintain flow records, activity reports and other management information
- Join client meetings and calls as appropriate and take on increasing coverage over time
In accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), a successful candidate for an In-Scope Position who has held a position with an In-Scope Institution in the past 7 years will be subject to a mandatory reference check. For more details, please refer to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 | The Hong Kong Association of Banks.
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Position location
Geographical area
Asia, Hong Kong
City
HONG KONG
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
- Master/ Bachelor degree holders, with strong academic background in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Financial Engineering, or a related Science or Engineering discipline with less than 12 months' full-time experiences
Level of minimal experience
0-2 years
Experience
- Prior internship experience in global markets — sales, trading or research — is preferred
Required skills
- Sharp analytical skills, keen attention to detail and the ability to perform accurately under pressure
- Genuine passion for financial markets and macroeconomics
- A high-energy, intellectually curious self-starter with a commercial mindset and a collaborative, team-first approach
Technical skills required
- Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Python or AI-related tools is highly valued; familiarity with Bloomberg is an advantage
Languages
Strong written and spoken English; proficiency in Mandarin or another foreign language is a plus
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Macroeconomic Research
- FX & Rates Markets
- Derivatives
- Risk Management
- Excel
- Bloomberg







