As the European Recruiter for AFEX I would like to open up this vacancy to qualified EF members. In order to be considered, a fluency in French and English is required as is the right to work in Switzerland without sponsorship. Please respond with an updated CV and coversheet if you are interested via PM. Thank you.



The Company:

Associated Foreign Exchange, Inc. (AFEX) provides worldwide foreign currency exchange services and cross-border payments services to corporate clients. AFEX offices are located in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Sweden and Switzerland.

Applicant Requirements:

At this time, AFEX is seeking highly self-motivated applicants with a strong sales interest to operate within the French speaking Swiss market. Duties would include:

- Independently identifying and pursuing new business opportunities through prospecting, market analysis, and networking. AFEX employs a consultative sales technique that involves customising the sales approach to the specific needs and concerns of prospective clients. This is done mainly through extensive telephone communication, written correspondence and presentations.
- On an ongoing basis, soliciting orders, pricing up the orders and executing the orders on behalf of the client.
- Managing the relationship with clients and providing any customer service necessary

A successful applicant must possess a proficient interest in sales, be detail oriented, mathematically strong, capable of multi-tasking, highly motivated and be a dedicated individual possessing sound business sales integrity. The position also requires interest in the field of foreign exchange services, good interpersonal skills and a professional demeanour.

This is a full-time position with a base salary and tiered commission structure. AFEX offers a full employee benefit package, and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.


Daily Job Requirements:

This position requires a determined and driven individual who is focused on achieving personal and company goals. Daily activities and skills required include, but are not limited to:

- Fluency in French and English
- Analysis skills for successful business generation from new/existing Client portfolios
- Creation of company revenues through trading with clients
- Researching sales leads and cold-calling (initially 70%+ of the day)
- Strong people skills and the ability to persuade
- Strong verbal and written communication ability
- Organisation, verbal and visual presentation, and a proactive approach to sales
- Excellent time management
- Timely reaction to client needs and market changes
- Absolute adherence to company compliance and regulatory requirements and guidelines
- Extreme attention to detail, particularly with respect to client and payment data
- Insight and experience to protect the company’s commercial priorities and positively drive client relationship

The position has now been filled. I would like to thank everyone for their interest and applications. Mods please close this thread.