Desk Assistant

Role Overview

There is an opportunity at BGC Group to join our growing Europower Desk based in Dubai.BGC Group is a leading global brokerage company servicing the financial and real estate markets. We are experts in our fields, agile and dynamic in our approach, and built upon the foundation of cutting-edge technology and exceptional talent.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a developing and entrepreneurial desk that has been successfully operating for the past year and continues to expand its presence across global energy markets.

The successful candidate will work closely with experienced brokers, supporting the execution and administration of transactions across European Power, Gas and Environmental markets while gaining valuable exposure to the broking industry.

The desk specialises primarily in European Power markets, with additional activity in Gas products (including TTF, PSV and NBP) and Emissions markets. The role provides exposure to a diverse international client base across EMEA and the Middle East.

The successful candidate will support the brokers with trade booking and post-trade processes, including booking deals in Trayport and managing the associated clearing requirements. Full training will be provided on Trayport, internal systems and market conventions, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in energy broking.

The role is office-based in Dubai, working alongside the broking team and supporting UK and European market hours as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Europower broking team.
• Book trades accurately in Trayport and manage the associated post-trade clearing processes.
• Input and maintain trades within internal booking and trading systems.
• Assist brokers with trade capture, market updates and post-trade administration.
• Monitor European Power, Gas and Emissions markets and remain informed on market developments.
• Regulatory Status:
• The role holder is expected to demonstrate the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and regulatory awareness at all times.
• The individual will operate in full alignment with all relevant regulatory obligations, internal compliance frameworks, and desk‑level procedures.
• This includes maintaining a strong understanding of applicable rules, adhering to internal policies, and ensuring all activities are conducted in a controlled, transparent, and compliant manner.
• This position is ideal for an individual seeking to build a career in financial and commodity broking.
• The successful candidate will receive extensive training and mentorship from senior brokers, with a clear pathway towards a future broking role for high-performing individuals.
• Personal Attributes:
• The role holder will be able to demonstrate the following:
• Degree educated preferred but not essential.
• Strong interest in financial markets, broking, and sales environments
• High level of attention to detail
• Personal and professional integrity and credibility.
• Strong interest in energy markets, commodities, broking and sales environments.
• Confident, personable, and able to build relationships with clients and colleagues
• Resilience, resolve, persistence, and competitive attitude with the ability to work in a high pressured, intense environment.
• Is self-motivated and able to demonstrate initiative.A strong team player, who works well with others and can establish positive working relationships.
• Role modelling the organization’s Core Values, escalating potential concerns or issues regarding market or personal conduct.
• Being results oriented, producing a high-quality end result.

Technical Skills

• Good general computer skills and confidence working with multiple systems simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables, VBA preferred)
• Strong analytical mindset and numerical skills.
• Basic understanding of financial markets and products
• Ability to quickly learn internal trading and broking systems
• Clear and confident verbal and written skills.