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Overview
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Matt Black

Matt Black

London,HRT

Summary

Self-directed FX Trader with 3 years of consistent profitability using discretionary swing and intraday strategies. Proficient in technical and fundamental analysis, risk management, and macroeconomic event interpretation. Demonstrated ability to generate market-beating returns with disciplined trade execution and emotional resilience. Seeking to transition into a professional trading environment to contribute analytical insights and a structured, performance-driven approach.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Independent Foreign Exchange Trader

Self-Employed
London
10.2021 - Current
  • Developed and refined discretionary trading strategy focused on USD, GBP, EURO and CHF currency pairs.
  • Applied rigorous risk management principles.
  • Analysed macroeconomic events, including interest rate decisions, NFP releases, and geopolitical tensions.
  • Maintained detailed trading journals, including screenshots, performance metrics, and trade rationale.
  • Leveraged TradingView and MT4 for execution, with Myfxbook tracking and post-trade analysis.

Administrative Assistant

Hurst Media
London
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provided administrative support to the sales and marketing teams: handling correspondence and maintaining organised records of sales leads and contracts.
  • Assisted in the preparation of sales proposals and advertising materials ensuring accuracy and timely delivery to clients.
  • Performed bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing and expense tracking.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

University of Birmingham
09.2021 - 06.2024

A-Levels - Economics, Psychology, Geography

Yavneh College
London
09.2019 - 05.2021

Skills

Performance Metrics: Average R:R 223, 51% win rate, consistent month-over-month returns

Mindset: Peak performance psychology, trading discipline, self-review and journaling

Analytical Techniques: Technical analysis, Fundamental analysis, Macroeconomic event interpretation

Market Tools: Myfxbook, Investingcom, ForexFactory, TradingView

Performance Highlights (See Track Record PDF for More)

  • 31st October - 14th November (+4.76%)
  • 2nd December - 16th December (+5.54%)
  • 20th December - 3rd January (+5.55%)
  • 10th January - 24th January (+3.90%)
  • 4th March - 11th March (+10.02%)

Timeline

Independent Foreign Exchange Trader

Self-Employed
10.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Geography

University of Birmingham
09.2021 - 06.2024

Administrative Assistant

Hurst Media
06.2021 - 09.2021

A-Levels - Economics, Psychology, Geography

Yavneh College
09.2019 - 05.2021

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