Brokerage Analyst & Trading Officer

About the Team

You will be joining Chipper’s fast-growing Brokerage team, an ambitious, highly collaborative group that is committed to expanding access to investment opportunities across Africa.

The team works at the intersection of market analysis, client advisory, and trade execution, ensuring that customers receive world-class investment support. We pride ourselves on being analytical, client-centric, and solutions-oriented. You will work closely with brokerage leadership, the wider commercial team, and key market partners including exchanges, custodians, and regulators.

This is a team that values ownership, integrity, innovation, and high performance and we’re excited to welcome someone who brings fresh insight and drive.

Who we are

Chipper Cash was founded in 2018 by Ham Serunjogi and Maijid Moujaled, with the aim to “chip away” at the problem of inaccessible financial services, a high population of underbanked consumers, reliance on cash for daily commerce and the difficulty of cross-border transactions. Today, Chipper Cash is connecting more than three million people in Africa, one transaction at a time with an easy-to-use mobile app that makes money transfers fast, secure and free. Whether it’s sending money home to support your family, running a cross-border business or paying local expenses, Chipper Cash saves time, saves money, and opens up new opportunities for Africans everywhere. 

With plans for rapid expansion, the Chipper Cash mobile app is currently available to consumers and businesses in eight countries, including Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Nigeria, South Africa and the UK. Headquartered in San Francisco, California with offices across the globe, Chipper Cash delivers fair financial services that make the lives of millions of Africans better in a small way, every day. Chipper’s mission is to unlock global opportunities and bring Africa together, one transaction at a time. Come join us.  For more information, please visit our website: www.chippercash.com  

About the Role

The Brokerage Analyst & Trading Officer plays a critical role in supporting Chipper’s Brokerage Unit by delivering high-quality financial analysis, facilitating securities trading, and ensuring exceptional client experience. This role is responsible for sourcing, retaining, and growing a diverse client portfolio, while providing professional investment insights across equities and fixed-income markets.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capability with excellent client relationship skills and a deep understanding of capital markets.

What You’ll Do

Client Advisory & Relationship Management

• Provide tailored investment advice based on clients’ financial goals, risk appetite, and market conditions.
  
  
• Prepare and deliver investment proposals using advanced financial analysis and planning tools.
  
  
• Conduct regular client engagements—including visits and virtual meetings—to understand evolving financial needs.
  
  
• Manage, maintain, and grow a high-quality client book in both retail and corporate segments.
  
  
• Explain complex investment concepts in a clear, simple, and client-friendly manner.
  
  
• Consistently meet or exceed sales and client acquisition targets as per performance scorecard.
  
  

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Analysis, Reporting & Market Intelligence

• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and annual market intelligence reports, ensuring accuracy and actionable insights.
  
  
• Stay updated on market developments, product performance, regulatory changes, and emerging industry trends.
  
  

Trading & Execution Support

• Serve as backup trader for equities and fixed-income transactions, ensuring timely and compliant execution.
  
  
• Support brokerage operations by liaising with internal and external partners (exchanges, custodians, regulators).
  
  
• Ensure adherence to best practices in trade execution, risk control, and client communication.
  
  

Business Development

• Develop and implement strategies to build a sustainable and growing client portfolio.
  
  
• Participate in market activations, networking events, and corporate presentations to increase brand visibility and generate leads.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Academic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field from a recognized institution.
  
  
• CISI Module I & II (mandatory). Additional certification is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Brokerage, or related fields.
  
  
• Hands-on experience in equities and fixed-income trading within Uganda and ideally across the region.
  
  
• Proven expertise in financial analysis, investment evaluation, and market research.
  
  

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
  
  
• Solid understanding of capital markets products, trading platforms, and regulatory requirements.
  
  
• Proficiency in financial modeling and market analysis tools.
  
  

Soft Skills

• Strong sales and prospecting capabilities; proven ability to build and retain client relationships.
  
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  
  
• High emotional intelligence, teamwork, and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  
  
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  
  
• Networking and social selling skills.
  
  

Industry Background

Candidates with experience in:

• Capital Markets, Investment Banking & Brokerage or Wealth Management
  are strongly encouraged to apply.

Who You Are

• You are a highly motivated, commercially driven professional who thrives in dynamic financial environments. You’re passionate about capital markets and have a deep desire to help clients make informed investment decisions. You balance strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively.
• You build trust easily, take initiative, and excel at managing relationships with individuals and institutions. You are detail-oriented, self-driven, and comfortable taking ownership of results. Above all, you’re excited about contributing to a fast-growing, innovative organization that is shaping the future of financial services in Africa.

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What We Offer

At Chipper, we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can grow, thrive, and make meaningful impact. We offer:

• A mission-driven company that is shaping the future of financial services across Africa.
  
  
• A dynamic, high-performance culture that values innovation, ownership, and accountability.
  
  
• Competitive compensation, aligned with experience and performance.
  
  
• Opportunities for professional development, including industry certifications and exposure to regional capital markets.
  
  
• A collaborative, supportive team that encourages continuous learning and career growth.
  
  
• The chance to build a strong client portfolio and influence brokerage strategy within a growing business unit.

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Location:

This role is based in Uganda and follows a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates must be currently residing in Uganda and able to collaborate with both local and remote teams.

Next Steps

If you feel you are a fit, please send in your application to careers@chippercash.com by 15th December 2025.  It means a lot to us that you have taken the time to read through our job description so thank you for your time.  We wish you all the best in your job search. 

We hire candidates of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, Veteran status, and any other status. Chipper Cash is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

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