Junior Equity & Derivatives Trader – Global Markets

Quaestoradvisors; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 300,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & benefits

Job summary

Quaestoradvisors is seeking a Junior Equity and/or Equity Derivatives Trader to join our investment team. The role involves risk analysis, quantitative research, and collaboration with internal groups across key APAC markets. The candidate should be organized, self-motivated and capable of working with global teams.

We value practical knowledge of OTC derivatives, equities, and risk management policies, plus the ability to communicate effectively and adapt to a fast-paced hedge fund environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with finance or economics focus.
• 2–4 years trading experience, hedge fund preferred.
• Knowledge of Swaps/CFDs/Repos and other asset classes.
• Understanding of credit risk policies and indicators.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide risk and market risk analysis to internal and external derivatives and securities platforms.
• Transaction cost analysis projects and other quantitative research for trading.
• Analyze securities finance and derivative transactions with counterparties.
• Familiar with OTC derivative products including equity swaps and options.
• Perform pre-trade data quality checks and monitor portfolio risk.
• Understand SO Series 6-7 policies and APAC exchange requirements.
• Understand major Asian equity markets.
• Understand trading documentation including ISDA Master Agreement.
• Understand securities regulations for funds and institutional counterparties.

Skills

Market risk analysis

Derivative products knowledge

Quantitative research

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or economics

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Job description

Quaestoradvisors is seeking a Junior Equity and/or Equity Derivatives Trader to join our investment team. The role involves risk analysis, quantitative research, and collaboration with internal groups across key APAC markets. The candidate should be organized, self-motivated and capable of working with global teams.

We value practical knowledge of OTC derivatives, equities, and risk management policies, plus the ability to communicate effectively and adapt to a fast-paced hedge fund environment.