Graduate Trader (Feb 2028)

HTU; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Hands-on trading experience

Flat management structure

Diverse multi-cultural environment

Office kitchen facilities

Job summary

Eclipse Trading is seeking recent university graduates to join our trading team. You will go through an intensive training program in Hong Kong or Sydney, typically lasting three months.

After training, you will join the trading desk as a member of our team, with responsibilities from day one. You should have graduated within the last 18 months in disciplines such as Economics, Business, Actuarial, Mathematics/Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry,

Qualifications

• Graduated within the last 18 months in one of the listed disciplines.
• High level of numerical ability.
• Competitive mind-set.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Motivation to work as part of a team as well as independently.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 3-month training program in Hong Kong or Sydney.
• Join the trading desk as a member of the trading team from day one.
• Study options theory and different strategies in a simulated trading environment.

Skills

Numerical ability

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Proactive learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics/Business/Math/CS

Job description

Commencement date: February 2028

Eclipse Trading is a leading proprietary trading firm. Founded in 2007, we have over 110 employees across 4 office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several markets globally, focusing on various products including equity derivatives, delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives, and cryptocurrency. Technology is inextricably linked to our trading strategies, creating an environment powered by intellectual curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation.

We are looking for recent university graduates to join our trading team. Ideal candidates will have a degree within disciplines such as Economics, Business, Actuarial, Mathematics/ Statistics, Quantitative Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Econometrics, or any other related fields.

The opportunity

The successful candidate will go through an intensive training program in Hong Kong or Sydney, which typically lasts for 3 months. The learning curve is continuous and your proactive approach is essential in succeeding. You will study options theory and different strategies, and your knowledge will be tested in a simulated trading environment. Once you pass the training program, you'll join the trading desk and from day one you will be given responsibilities as a member of our trading team.

What you offer

• Graduated within the last 18 months in one of the above-listed disciplines
• High level of numerical ability
• Competitive mind-set
• Ability to work under pressure
• Motivation to work as part of a team as well as independently

What we offer

• A collaborative culture with motivated, intelligent, and respectful colleagues
• Ongoing mentoring – from the start of your training right through to your time working as part of the trading team
• Hands-on experience in the most exciting part of the financial industry, with direct impact on trading
• A flat management structure, where everyone's voice is valued
• Work life balance within a multi-cultural environment
• Fully stocked kitchen for breakfast and lunch

Eclipse Trading is an equal opportunity employer and we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of our success as a company. We are dedicated to embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.

All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. Due to the high number of responses that we receive, we are only able to respond to successful applicants.