Sales Trader (Cebu)

Role summary

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The Sales Trader supports clients and trading teams by executing equity or market transactions, providing timely market information, monitoring orders, and maintaining strong institutional relationships. The role generally requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field, together with experience in sales trading, equity markets, brokerage, or investment banking. Knowledge of Philippine capital markets, trading systems, financial products, and relevant regulations is important. Candidates should have strong numerical, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure. Relevant securities licenses or regulatory qualifications may be required. The Cebu-based candidate is expected to provide responsive client service, meet performance targets, collaborate with research and trading teams, and maintain high ethical and compliance standards.

About the employer

Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company, commonly known as Metrobank, is one of the Philippines’ largest universal banks. Founded in 1962, it provides a broad range of services for individuals, businesses, institutions, and government clients. Its operations include retail and commercial banking, corporate finance, treasury, investment banking, wealth management, remittances, and digital financial services. Metrobank serves customers through branches, electronic channels, subsidiaries, and corporate offices across the Philippines, with selected international activities supporting overseas Filipinos and business clients. The bank is recognized as a major participant in the country’s financial markets and has built its reputation around relationship banking, prudent risk management, and long-term customer service. Employees typically work in a regulated, performance-oriented environment where collaboration, integrity, innovation, and professional development are valued.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers job opportunities in banking, business-process services, technology, tourism, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. Manila is the main financial center, while Cebu is a major regional hub with growing opportunities in banking, outsourcing, technology, tourism, and international services. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, and English is widely used in professional settings. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal and island communities; Cebu offers beaches, outdoor activities, restaurants, and a lower cost of living than Manila, although traffic and weather disruptions can be challenging. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work visa or permit, commonly arranged after securing a job. Employment rules depend on nationality and role, so applicants should confirm requirements with the employer and Philippine immigration authorities. Relocating workers should budget for housing, health insurance, transport, deposits, and possible document authentication.