Nicholas Strain
About Nicholas Strain
Nicholas Strain serves as the Director of Institutional Sales at LMAX Group, having assumed the role in 2023. He has extensive experience in the financial sector, including previous positions at Morgan Stanley, RBS Global Banking & Markets, Goldman Sachs, and BNP Paribas.
Current Role at LMAX Group
Nicholas Strain serves as the Director of Institutional Sales at LMAX Group, a position he has held since 2023. He operates from Singapore, where he focuses on developing and managing relationships with institutional clients. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and ensuring that the company's offerings meet the needs of its clients in the financial markets.
Previous Experience at BNP Paribas
Prior to joining LMAX Group, Nicholas Strain worked at BNP Paribas as an FX institutional sales professional from 2013 to 2023. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing sales operations and client relationships within the foreign exchange sector. His experience at BNP Paribas contributed to his expertise in institutional sales and market dynamics.
Career at Morgan Stanley
Nicholas Strain held the position of Managing Director at Morgan Stanley from 2010 to 2013. In this role, he was involved in various aspects of institutional sales, leveraging his extensive background in finance to drive business growth and client engagement.
Experience at RBS Global Banking & Markets
From 2002 to 2009, Nicholas Strain worked at RBS Global Banking & Markets as the Head of FX and EM sales for Asia. His responsibilities included leading sales teams and developing strategies to enhance the bank's presence in the foreign exchange and emerging markets sectors across the region.
Educational Background
Nicholas Strain studied at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Masters of Applied Finance, specializing in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law, from 1995 to 1998. He also attended RMIT University, where he studied Business/Commerce with a focus on Accounting. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in finance and sales.