Global Markets Trader - FX, Rates & Precious Metals

CLSA; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm located in Hong Kong seeks an experienced trader to execute trades across FX, interest rates, and precious metals. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in global markets trading, exceptional communication skills, and a solid understanding of various financial products. Proficiency in relevant tools such as Bloomberg Terminal is required, along with familiarity in programming languages like Python and VBA. Knowledge of ISDA, GMRA, and GMSLA processes is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in global markets trading, gained on either the buy side or sell side.
• Strong interest and passion for trading in global markets, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.

Responsibilities

• Execute trades across various financial instruments ensuring compliance.
• Conduct research on trading strategies for cross-currency and precious metals.
• Support the launch of new product initiatives.

Skills

Global markets trading

Pressure management

Communication skills

Knowledge of credit products

Knowledge of interest rates

Knowledge of FX products

Knowledge of precious metals

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative finance, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

AIM

TOM

Python

VBA

Job description

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Execute trades across FX, interest rates, bonds, repos, securities borrowing/lending (SBL), and precious metals, ensuring both pre- and post-trade compliance.
• Requite to monitor and trade during London and New York market hours.
• Conduct research and development of cross-currency (XCCY), interest rate, credit, precious metal, and repo trading strategies.
• Monitor and manage treasury trading books, as well as Group exposures in rates, FX, and credit.
• Contribute to the development of in-house trading platforms and algorithmic trading strategies.
• Facilitate trading arrangements with counterparties and oversee counterparty trading limits.
• Support the launch of new product initiatives.
• Liaise with operations teams to ensure smooth settlement processes.
• Participate in ISDA, GMRA, and GMSLA negotiations, and assist with collateral management.

Requirements

• 2-5 years' experience in global markets trading, gained on either the buy side or sell side.
• Strong interest and passion for trading in global markets, with the ability to perform effectively under pressure.
• Solid understanding of credit, interest rate, FX, and precious metals products.
• Familiarity with ISDA, GMRA, and GMSLA documentation and processes.
• Proficient in Bloomberg Terminal, AIM, and TOM.
• Knowledge of Python and VBA programming is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in quantitative finance, Economics, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, Mandarin, and Cantonese.
• Strong communication skills; responsible, self-motivated, and eager to learn.

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