Credit Trader, Vice President, Global Markets

United Overseas Bank Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

UOB Hong Kong seeks an experienced Director-level Credit Trader to join the Global Markets team. You will manage a credit trading book, execute trades, and generate revenue through market analysis and prudent risk management within the APAC region.

You will lead trading strategies, conduct issuer research, and maintain strong relationships with institutional clients and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in finance or related field; CFA/MBA is a plus.
• 5–10 years of direct credit trading experience in a bank or financial institution.
• Proven profitability and strong risk controls in credit trading.
• Deep knowledge of credit products, market structures and strategies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficient in financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Trade and manage a portfolio of credit products, including corporate bonds and derivatives, across sectors and geographies.
• Develop and execute trading strategies to optimize P&L while controlling market and liquidity risk.
• Conduct credit research on issuers, sectors and market trends to identify opportunities and manage risk.
• Provide market commentary and insights to stakeholders and clients with deep credit market understanding.
• Maintain and expand relationships with institutional clients, counterparties, and internal sales teams.
• Ensure trading activities comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements and risk limits.
• Collaborate with other desks, research and risk management to optimize cross-asset opportunities.
• Contribute to development of new trading tools and market access initiatives.

Skills

Credit trading

Risk management

Market analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Finance/Economics/related field

Master’s or CFA preferred

Tools

Bloomberg

Refinitiv Eikon

Job description

Credit Trader, Vice President, Global Markets

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

Job Summary

UOB Hong Kong is seeking a highly experienced and driven Director-level Credit Trader to join our Global Markets team. This role involves managing a credit trading book, executing trades, and generating revenue through astute market analysis and risk management within the APAC region.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and actively trade a portfolio of credit products, including corporate bonds and derivatives across various sectors and geographies.
• Develop and execute trading strategies to optimize P&L, managing market risk and liquidity risk effectively.
• Conduct thorough credit research and analysis on corporate issuers, sectors, and market trends to identify trading opportunities and manage risk exposure.
• Provide market commentary and insights to internal stakeholders and clients, demonstrating a deep understanding of credit markets.
• Maintain strong relationships with institutional clients, counterparties, and internal sales teams to facilitate trading activities and expand market share.
• Ensure all trading activities adhere to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and risk limits set by the bank.
• Collaborate with other Global Markets desks, research teams, and risk management functions to optimize cross-asset opportunities and manage overall risk.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of new trading tools, strategies, and market access initiatives.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or CFA designation is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of direct experience in credit trading, specifically within an investment bank or financial institution.
• Proven track record of consistent profitability and strong risk management in a credit trading role.
• Extensive knowledge of credit products, market structures, and trading strategies across different credit segments.
• Deep understanding of credit analysis, financial modeling, and valuation techniques.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Proficiency in financial market data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv Eikon) and trading systems.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced, dynamic trading environment.
• HKMA Type 1 and 4 licensed.
• Member of Treasury Markets Association (TMA) is preferred.
• Holder of ECF on Treasury Management accredited by Treasury Markets Association ispreferred.

Important Notice – HKMA Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme

This role falls under the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme introduced by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), effective from 30 September 2025. As part of the hiring process, we are required to request conduct-related reference information from your current and previous employers (authorized institutions) covering the past seven years.

The MRC Scheme aims to strengthen integrity and transparency in the banking industry and prevent the recurrence of misconduct across institutions. All reference checks will be carried out in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) and relevant regulatory guidelines.

For more information, please refer to the HKAB’s MRC Scheme FAQ for In-Scope Individuals

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non‑merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America.

In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.

UOB is rated as one of the world's top banks, ranked 'Aa1' by Moody's Investors Service and 'AA-' by both S&P Global and Fitch Ratings. With a global network of 500 branches and offices across 19 countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America.

In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, as well as branches and offices throughout the region.