Prime Synthetics Trading - Analyst

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Hong Kong seeks an Analyst in Prime Synthetics Trading who will partner with traders, sales, structuring, technologists, and operations to build automation and analytics for trading workflows.

You will investigate problems end-to-end, learn quickly, and deliver scalable solutions in a dynamic environment, applying Python/SQL and data visualization to improve decision-making. The role emphasizes rigorous risk discipline and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with a strong academic record.
• Strong interest in financial markets, sales and trading, and client-driven businesses.
• Familiarity with Claude, Python, SQL, data visualization tools, or AI and machine learning tools

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day trading activities, risk management processes, and hedging strategies across Equities, FX, and related products.
• Partner with stakeholders across Prime, Sales, Trading, Structuring, and other business functions to develop client solutions, optimize workflows, and enhance the synthetic platform.
• Analyze trading, risk, and business data to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and improve performance.
• Build dashboards and reporting tools to support decision making.
• Challenge existing processes and drive efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quantitative Research, Technology, and Operations teams on strategic business and platform enhancements.
• Strengthen trading infrastructure, control frameworks, and operational processes to support business growth.
• Conduct P&L analysis and reviews while maintaining strong risk discipline and adherence to regulatory and business conduct standards.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data Visualization

AI/ML Tools

Claude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Claude

Job description

Join a fast-paced team at the intersection of markets, technology, and data. You will work on real trading workflows, turning ideas into production-ready tools that improve how we operate and make decisions. We are looking for intellectually curious people who enjoy coding, solving problems, and challenging the status quo.

As an Analyst in Prime Synthetics Trading, youwill partner with traders, sales, structuring, technologists, and operations to build automation and analytics that improve trading workflows and decision-making. You will investigate problems end-to-end, learn quickly, and deliver scalable solutions in a dynamic environment.

Job responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day trading activities, risk management processes, and hedging strategies across Equities, FX, and related products.
• Partner with stakeholders across Prime, Sales, Trading, Structuring, and other business functions to develop client solutions, optimize workflows, and enhance the synthetic platform.
• Analyze trading, risk, and business data to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and improve performance.
• Build dashboards and reporting tools to support decision making.
• Challenge existing processes and drive efficiencies through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quantitative Research, Technology, and Operations teams on strategic business and platform enhancements.
• Strengthen trading infrastructure, control frameworks, and operational processes to support business growth.
• Conduct P&L analysis and reviews while maintaining strong risk discipline and adherence to regulatory and business conduct standards.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with a strong academic record.
• Strong interest in financial markets, sales and trading, and client-driven businesses.
• Familiaritywith Claude, Python, SQL, data visualization tools, or AI and machine learning tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning new products, markets, and business processes.
• High attention to detail, strong ownership mindset, and commitment to excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 1-3 year experience in sales/trading/research/structuring or related area
• Experiencebuilding code-driven automation, analytics, or personal technical projects (academic or self-directed).
• Interestin financial markets and trading technology.