SVP, Interest Rate Trader, GFM

China, Beijing Branch; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS in Hong Kong seeks a senior Trader to lead market making and risk-aware decisions across a broad range of instruments. The role focuses on Asia rates trading with China exposure, leveraging advanced trading platforms and data analytics.

You will collaborate with sales and structurers to grow the franchise, monitor developments, and ensure compliance. Fluent English, Chinese and Putonghua are required, with a track record of thriving under pressure.

Qualifications

• Finance or economics degree required.
• 10–15 years' Asia interest rates trading experience.
• Exposure to China market preferred.
• Fluent in English, Chinese and Putonghua.

Responsibilities

• Market making across a range of interest rate instruments.
• Conduct market analysis using digital tools to identify opportunities.
• Grow the bank's franchise with sales and structurers.
• Monitor market conditions to make informed trading decisions.
• Manage risk exposures aligning with guidelines.
• Provide timely updates on market trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Finance knowledge

Analytical skills

Trading platforms

Data analytics tools

Education

Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Trading platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

Business Function

As a leader in treasury operations, DBS extends a broad range of capabilities in foreign exchange and derivatives, money market and securities trading, to corporations and financial institutions. DBS trades in a comprehensive product range, including foreign exchange, as well as interest rates and derivatives. Global Financial Markets (GFM) provides total solutions to serve DBS clients' hedging and investment needs with a regional emphasis. We have a strong record in providing innovative wealth management solutions to our individual investors. We are a leader in SGD and regional products with an excellent, customer-driven research capability and with cutting-edge risk management technology and systems.

Responsibilities

• Market making across a range of financial instruments including bonds, interest rate products, NDIRS, and CCS
• Conduct market analysis, leveraging digital tools and data to identify lucrative trading opportunities
• Grow the bank's franchise business by close collaboration with sales and structurers
• Monitor market conditions and economic indicators to make informed trading decisions
• Manage risk exposures by employing rigorous risk management strategies and tools, ensuring trading activities adhere to established guidelines
• Stay ahead of market trends, developments, and regulatory changes, providing timely updates to stakeholders

Requirements

• Degree holder in finance, economics, or a related business discipline
• Minimum 10-15 years' relevant experience in Asia interest rates trading, preferably with exposure in the China market
• Extensive knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent decision-making abilities, coupled with the capacity to thrive under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing market conditions
• Solid experience in utilizing advanced trading platforms, data, and analytics tools
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify key trends
• Proficiency in spoken and written English, Chinese, and Putonghua

The hiring process for this role is subject to the Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme. Please see further details here .

Location:

The Center

Job:

Trader

Schedule:

Regular

Employee Status:

Full time