Broking / Voice
Our voice broking division currently accounts for 59% of Group Operating profit*and has strong revenue growth, particularly in EMEA, as the dislocations in global financial markets and extreme volatility made the price discovery mechanism and the depth of the liquidity pools provided by our voice brokers more valuable. ICAP's voice broking businesses benefited from the shift to traditional flow businesses - interest rate swaps, government bonds, foreign exchange and commodities.
Who we are looking for
"I remember the first time I sat on a desk and was amazed by how the voice brokers are able to hear ten different voices over the phone, but after a while you do get used to it; you recognise your clients' voices and pick it up from there."
Leslie Wong, Voice Broking, Hong Kong
Voice broking is a highly pressurised business area which is certainly not for the faint hearted. You will have a keen interest in the financial markets and a strong academic record. Interdealer broking and voice broking especially is all about building and maintaining relationships with clients and so you'll need exceptional interpersonal and networking skills. You'll be well prepared and will have researched ICAP and the world of interdealer broking. You'll have a personal view on our recent performance and potential growth areas for our business. A second language is an advantage.
We have a range of voice broking opportunities depending on your region. For more information on current roles available and deadlines please visit the vacancy search engine at Apply Now or read more about what it is like to work in voice broking by reading some of our profiles.
*Annual Report 2008, excludes amortisation and impairment of intangibles arising on consolidation and exceptional items.
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