Equity Derivatives - Option Trader

Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct exposure to OTC derivatives

Collaborative trading team

Professional development

Job summary

Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited is seeking a Senior Quantitative Derivatives professional in Hong Kong to support OTC equity derivatives pricing, hedging, and risk management. The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative analysis, programming in Python, and collaboration with trading and cross-functional teams.

You will work on pricing models, risk monitoring, and dynamic hedging, with opportunities to influence trading strategies and technology development in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Master's degree or above in a quantitative discipline.
• 3+ years in derivatives trading, quantitative research, or pricing.
• Solid understanding of options, Greeks, and hedging.
• Strong Python for quantitative analysis; C++ is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Fluent English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Support pricing, execution, and lifecycle of OTC equity derivatives.
• Monitor risk exposures and hedging strategies.
• Develop pricing analytics and automated trading tools.
• Collaborate with sales, structuring, and risk teams.

Skills

Python for quantitative analysis

C++

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics/Statistics/Finance

Job description

About Us:

Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by: a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions); b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China; c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions. Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term).

Job Description:

• OTC Derivatives Trading: Support the pricing, execution, and lifecycle management of OTC equity derivatives transactions, including vanilla and exotic options.
• Risk Management & Hedging: Monitor portfolio risk exposures, including Greeks, volatility, correlation, and other relevant risk factors.
• Assist in developing and executing dynamic hedging strategies.
• Pricing & Quantitative Analysis: Analyze derivatives pricing models, implied volatility surfaces, and market data to support pricing, hedging, and trading decisions.
• Trading Strategy & Research: Conduct quantitative research on volatility dynamics, hedging performance, market behavior, and trading strategies.
• Trading Tools & Automation: Develop and enhance pricing analytics, risk monitoring tools, and automated trading workflows to improve trading efficiency and risk management.
• Market Analysis: Monitor equity markets, volatility movements, corporate actions, and macroeconomic developments to assess their impact on derivatives pricing and portfolio risk.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, structuring, quantitative research, risk management, operations, and technology teams to support OTC derivatives trading activities.

Requirements:

• Master's degree or above in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Financial Engineering, Finance, or another quantitative discipline.
• 3 years + relevant experience in derivatives trading, quantitative research, derivatives pricing, or related roles.
• Solid understanding of options fundamentals, including option pricing, Greeks, implied volatility, and hedging principles.
• Strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills, with a solid mathematical and statistical foundation.
• Proficiency in Python for quantitative analysis, data processing, and automation.
• Knowledge of C++ or other programming languages is a plus.
• Strong interest in derivatives trading, financial markets, and risk management.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with OTC equity derivatives, including vanilla options, barrier options, autocallables, and other structured products.
• Understanding of volatility surface construction, stochastic volatility models, and numerical pricing methods.
• Knowledge of dynamic hedging, volatility risk, correlation risk, and portfolio risk management.
• Experience in quantitative research, derivatives pricing libraries, or trading analytics development.
• Familiarity with Monte Carlo simulation, numerical optimization, and statistical modeling.
• Experience with Bloomberg or other financial market data and analytics platforms.

What We Offer:

• Direct exposure to OTC equity derivatives trading, pricing, and risk management.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced traders and quantitative professionals.
• Hands-on involvement in derivatives modeling, hedging analysis, and trading technology development.
• A collaborative and intellectually challenging environment with opportunities for professional development.

About Us Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by: a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions); b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China; c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions. Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term).

Why work here?

At our organization, we strive to create an environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation. We value our employees' contributions and provide ample opportunities for professional development. Our team is passionate, driven, and committed to making a meaningful impact. Join us to be part of a dynamic workforce where your skills and ideas are valued and where you can grow both personally and professionally. Together, let's achieve greatness and create a rewarding journey.