Sales Analyst (Equity Derivatives)- Investment Bank

Michael Page (Hong Kong); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent exposure

Job summary

Michael Page, Hong Kong, is recruiting a Sales Analyst to support Equity Derivatives sales and trading activities by delivering analysis and insights.

You will partner with Front Office Sales and Trading to ensure accurate trade capture and P&L, prepare trade-related documentation, reconcile bookings, and support STP workflows.

The role requires a Finance/Math degree, 1–2 years in a related field, strong Excel, and exposure to equity derivatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of experience in a Front Office, Middle Office, Sales Support, Trade Support, or Operations role within a reputable financial institution.
• Knowledge of equity derivatives products, including options, swaps, and structured products. Exposure to quantitative finance is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills required; knowledge of VBA and/or Python would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with Front Office Sales and Trading teams to ensure all trades and P&L are accurately captured and reflected in internal systems.
• Prepare trade recaps, term sheets, and other transaction-related documentation for clients.
• Ensure trade bookings are accurately reflected across front-to-back systems and reconcile transactions with counterparties.
• Develop a strong understanding of front-to-back operational workflows, STP processes, and investigate any trade lifecycle issues.
• Collaborate with Controllers, Settlements, Confirmations, and Reconciliation teams to promptly resolve trade-related exceptions and discrepancies.
• Support the development and enhancement of infrastructure, systems, and operational processes to facilitate the growth of the Equity Structured Products business.
• Produce management reports, business metrics, and ad hoc analyses for senior stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

Proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Math/Engineering

Tools

Excel

VBA

Python

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well-known Investment Bank. As a Sales Analyst, you will support Equity Derivatives sales and trading activities by providing critical analysis and insights.

Job Description

• Partner closely with Front Office Sales and Trading teams to ensure all trades and P&L are accurately captured and reflected in internal systems.
• Prepare trade recaps, term sheets, and other transaction-related documentation for clients.
• Ensure trade bookings are accurately reflected across front-to-back systems and reconcile transactions with counterparties.
• Develop a strong understanding of front-to-back operational workflows, STP processes, and investigate any trade lifecycle issues.
• Collaborate with Controllers, Settlements, Confirmations, and Reconciliation teams to promptly resolve trade-related exceptions and discrepancies.
• Support the development and enhancement of infrastructure, systems, and operational processes to facilitate the growth of the Equity Structured Products business.
• Produce management reports, business metrics, and ad hoc analyses for senior stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in a Front Office, Middle Office, Sales Support, Trade Support, or Operations role within a reputable financial institution.
• Knowledge of equity derivatives products, including options, swaps, and structured products. Exposure to quantitative finance is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced Excel skills required; knowledge of VBA and/or Python would be an advantage.

What's on Offer

• Excellent exposure