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Sajjad Mustafa

Finance Professional | FX & Treasury Expert
Karachi

Summary

Performance-driven FX Trader with 3+ years of experience in managing foreign exchange trading desks, executing USD/PKR spot and forward deals, and supporting treasury sales. Proven track record in generating trading revenue, managing liquidity, and mitigating currency risk within tight regulatory frameworks. Adept at working in high-pressure environments with a focus on risk mitigation, client relationship management, and generating consistent trading profits.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

FX Trader - Treasury and Capital Markets

Samba Bank
04.2022 - Current
  • Executed daily USD/PKR FX trades, hedging client flows, and managing FX exposure risk. Execute proprietary trading strategies to capitalize on arbitrage opportunities and manage market gaps, consistently achieving and exceeding financial targets.
  • Collaborated with the Chief Dealer on treasury budgeting, planning, and BCP policy. Managed Nostro accounts and liquidity to meet SBP reserve requirements. Prepared monthly ALCO packs, and supported the Money Market and Capital Markets desks as needed.
  • Monitored market trends and developed strategies to capitalize on potential opportunities. Achieved consistent profitability through disciplined adherence to established trading rules and guidelines.

Financial Planner

JS Bank– Private Banking
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assisted clients in creating budgets, saving objectives, and managing wealth. Provided financial advisory for business owners on retirement and succession planning.
  • Developed strategies for wealth transfer, estate planning, and educational planning. Built relationships with multi-generational families and professionals.
  • Educated clients on various investment products and tax-saving strategies, empowering informed decision-making. Developed comprehensive financial plans for clients, resulting in improved long-term stability and growth.

Associate Treasury Operations

Samba Bank
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Settled fixed income and capital market transactions in line with institutional and regulatory policies. Maintained general ledgers, and managed broker and banking FI relationships. Forecasted cash flow positions to effectively manage liquidity.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Institute of Business Management
01.2021 - 07.2022

Bachelor's in Accounting and Finance - undefined

Institute of Business Management
01.2016 - 01.2020

Skills

  • Technical Analysis
  • Power BI
  • Bloomberg Terminal
  • Advance Excel
  • Reuters/Refinitiv FXT Dealing Platform

Timeline

FX Trader - Treasury and Capital Markets

Samba Bank
04.2022 - Current

Financial Planner

JS Bank– Private Banking
12.2021 - 04.2022

Master of Business Administration -

Institute of Business Management
01.2021 - 07.2022

Associate Treasury Operations

Samba Bank
11.2020 - 12.2021

Bachelor's in Accounting and Finance - undefined

Institute of Business Management
01.2016 - 01.2020
Sajjad MustafaFinance Professional | FX & Treasury Expert