Global Equity Execution Trader – U.S. Markets

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct exposure to PMs

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd in Hong Kong seeks a buy-side execution trader to support global equity trading with focus on U.S. market hours.

You will work closely with Portfolio Managers and Investment Analysts to implement investment decisions, monitor market developments, and ensure best execution while complying with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Fluency in English and Chinese is required; evening hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting or related discipline.
• Approximately 3-5 years of buy-side execution trading experience.
• Strong knowledge of global equity markets and trading practices.
• Experience executing U.S. equities and other listed securities preferred.
• Fluent spoken and written English and Chinese (Mandarin and/or Cantonese).

Responsibilities

• Execute equity and related securities trades across global markets with focus on U.S. market hours.
• Work with Portfolio Managers and Investment Analysts to implement investment decisions.
• Monitor market developments, liquidity, and execution quality.
• Maintain relationships with brokers and market participants for optimal execution.
• Ensure trades comply with policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Perform trade allocation and matching; resolve settlement issues.
• Monitor portfolio positions and identify trading or operational risks.
• Provide market colour and execution feedback to investment teams.
• Assist in developing trading processes and best execution practices.
• Support ad-hoc trading, operational and investment-related projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

English & Chinese proficiency

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Business/Accounting

Tools

Bloomberg

EMS/OMS platforms

Job description

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd in Hong Kong seeks a buy-side execution trader to support global equity trading with focus on U.S. market hours.

You will work closely with Portfolio Managers and Investment Analysts to implement investment decisions, monitor market developments, and ensure best execution while complying with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Fluency in English and Chinese is required; evening hours may be required.