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bernard karaba

@bernardkaraba

I am an experienced trader driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships with fund management firms.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a trading position within a dynamic capital markets firm where I can apply my market analysis expertise, execution skills, and risk management experience to identify profitable opportunities, optimize trade performance, and contribute to the firm’s growth and success.

Results-driven trading professional with proven expertise in portfolio management, technical and fundamental analysis, and operational oversight. Skilled at executing profitable trading strategies, managing risk, and coordinating investment operations within money management and private equity environments. Adept at mentoring and training others, making complex trading concepts accessible to learners.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Trader & Operations Manager

Selfund

May 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

At Selfund, a private equity fund engaged in capital markets trading, I manage both trading operations and day-to-day business processes. My responsibilities include executing trades across multiple asset classes, applying technical and fundamental analysis to identify market opportunities, and overseeing risk management strategies to protect investor capital.

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Trader

Trade Sense Ltd

Oct 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 5 months)

At Trade Sense, a money management firm, I was responsible for executing trades on behalf of clients within managed accounts, focusing on consistent profitability while adhering to strict risk management protocols. My role involved conducting market research, applying technical and fundamental analysis, and identifying high-probability trade setups.

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Assistant Trader

CAPITAL GROWTH

Jan 2013 - Sep 2023 (10 years 8 months)

At Capital Growth, a private equity fund, I supported the trading desk in the execution of investment strategies across various capital markets. I coordinated closely with senior traders to implement portfolio strategies, managed trade entry and exit logistics, and ensured timely and accurate trade reporting.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ACI Financial Markets Association logoAA

ACI Financial Markets Association

ACI Dealing Certificate, Financial Services

2010 - 2010

Grade: Distinction

Activities and societies: The ACI Dealing Certificate New Version Exam has been designed to cover the basic competence skills for the new entrants in dealing floors and all other financial markets roles related to foreign exchange, interest rates and commodities instruments.

University of Cambridge logoUC

University of Cambridge

Graduate Diploma, Business Management

2005 - 2009

Grade: Distinction

Activities and societies: Business Organization Environment Effective Business Communication Business Finance Human Resource Management Marketing

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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