Oliver Slater
Margaretting,Essex
Summary
A leader in the modern financial markets able to lead, grow and scale teams for projects with a multi faceted approach, whilst generating revenue and growing profit margins.
With over 15 years experience in derivative sales roles for both regulated and unregulated companies, have proven time and time again that there is a huge desire and drive to make an impact within a forward thinking, fast paced company.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Asset Management
ME Equiti Capital
United Arab Emirates
06.2018 - Current
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- >50% Profit Generation Year on Year.
- Grew Companies Revenue by 120% in first year.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed diverse portfolio of assets to boost company revenues.
- Analysed market trends for better investment decisions.
- Provided expert financial advice, resulting in client satisfaction.
- Developed robust risk management strategies to mitigate losses.
- Identified lucrative investment opportunities by researching industry trends.
Derivatives Trader
Fairfax Investment Bank
London
12.2014 - 05.2018
- Developed comprehensive understanding of derivatives market through constant research and analysis.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, leading to enhanced business opportunities.
- Top Performer within team generating 30% more income than peers
- Enhanced risk management strategies by regularly interpreting complex financial data.
- Achieved consistent profits with astute application of quantitative models.
- Pioneered new trading tactics, resulting in diversified portfolio offerings.
- Collaborated effectively with sales team to identify profitable trades.
Derivatives Sales Trader - VP
Central Markets
London
02.2012 - 11.2014
- Oversaw financial operations to ensure fiscal stability of the organisation.
- Mitigated risks, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for streamlined workflow processes.
- Built strong networks within industry, opening new avenues for collaboration.
- Highest earning CFD Trader in London with over £4,000,000 generated
- Led team for successful project outcomes.
- Developed business plans, resulting in improved performance.
- Maintained high staff morale through effective leadership techniques.
Derivatives Sales Trader
Accendo Markets
London, London
03.2008 - 02.2012
- Developed comprehensive understanding of derivatives market through constant research and analysis.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, leading to enhanced business opportunities.
- Enhanced risk management strategies by regularly interpreting complex financial data.
- Implemented high-frequency trading algorithms for increased efficiency in transactions.
- Collaborated effectively with sales team to identify profitable trades.
- Conducted rigorous due diligence on potential investments, mitigating risk factors.
- Adapted swiftly to volatile market conditions, ensuring optimal decision-making.
- Generated robust client relationships by maintaining excellent communication and providing insightful market analysis.
- Developed new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the equity sales department.
Education
A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics, Statistics
Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College
Barking 08.2004 - 06.2006
GCSEs - Higher Maths, Mathematics, Science Double, English Language, English Lit, Geography, ITx2, German
Roding Valley High School
Loughton 09.1999 - 06.2004
Skills
- Calm under pressure
- Team building
- Communication skills
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Upselling
- Asset valuation
- Risk management
- Portfolio management
Affiliations
- Family, Golf, Football & Holidays.
Accomplishments
- My Three Children
- Playing Football on Sky Sports
- Winning Major Local Golf Tournament
- Highest Earning CFD Trader in London (2012)
- Scaling a Trading Book form £0-£34,000,000
Certification
CISI Qualification
- Regulation
- Securities
- Deriviatives
- Tax & Risk
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Asset Management
ME Equiti Capital
06.2018 - Current
Derivatives Trader
Fairfax Investment Bank
12.2014 - 05.2018
Derivatives Sales Trader - VP
Central Markets
02.2012 - 11.2014
Derivatives Sales Trader
Accendo Markets
03.2008 - 02.2012
A-Levels - Economics, Mathematics, Statistics
Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College
08.2004 - 06.2006
GCSEs - Higher Maths, Mathematics, Science Double, English Language, English Lit, Geography, ITx2, German
Roding Valley High School
09.1999 - 06.2004
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