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
2021.10 - 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
2021.06 - 2021.09
- 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
2021.09 - 2024.06
A-Levels - Economics, Psychology, Geography
Yavneh College
London 2019.09 - 2021.05
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
2021.10 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
University of Birmingham
2021.09 - 2024.06
Administrative Assistant
Hurst Media
2021.06 - 2021.09
A-Levels - Economics, Psychology, Geography
Yavneh College
2019.09 - 2021.05