Manager - Global Markets (FX Trading)

Hong Leong Bank Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Leong Bank Berhad in Kuala Lumpur seeks an FX Trading Support Analyst to assist in client order execution, monitor market moves, and manage basic FX positions within set limits. You will work under senior traders and prepare daily logs and performance reports.

You should hold a finance-related bachelor’s degree, PKMC license, and have familiarity with FX products (Spot, Forwards, Swaps) and trading platforms such as Bloomberg or Refinitiv Eikon. Proficiency in MS Excel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance/economics/financial engineering or related field.
• PKMC license or equivalent trading certification.
• Basic understanding of FX products (Spot, Forwards, Swaps) and macro indicators.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external client flows with accurate FX price execution under supervision.
• Generate incremental alpha from minor trading positions within small limits.
• Monitor markets and track rate movements to highlight opportunities to senior traders.
• Prepare daily market commentaries and assist with client presentation materials.
• Coordinate with internal departments, operations teams and external counterparties.
• Ensure trade entries adhere to limits, risk guidelines, and procedures.
• Stay updated on regulatory guidelines to ensure daily compliance.
• Prepare daily logs, position summaries, and routine management reports.
• Promote teamwork and a collaborative working environment.
• Take on administrative tasks and ad-hoc duties as directed by senior traders.

Skills

FX trading

Order execution

MS Excel

VBA/macros

Bloomberg

Refinitiv Eikon

PKMC license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Financial Engineering, Business, or related field

PKMC license or equivalent regulatory trading certification

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Refinitiv Eikon

Microsoft Excel

VBA/macros

Job description

This role is responsible for supporting client order execution, monitoring market movements to spot revenue opportunities, and managing basic FX trading positions within allocated limits.

Responsibilities

• Support internal and external customer flows with accurate FX and derivative price execution under supervision.
• Generate incremental alpha from minor trading positions within small allocated limits to support desk revenue.
• Monitor financial markets and news feeds to track rate movements and highlight alpha opportunities to senior traders.
• Prepare daily market commentaries for internal stakeholders and assist senior team members with client presentation materials.
• Maintain smooth day‑to‑day coordination with internal departments, operations teams, and external counterparties.
• Ensure all trade entries adhere strictly to trade limits, risk guidelines, and internal operational procedures.
• Stay informed on relevant foreign and local regulatory guidelines to ensure full compliance across daily operations.
• Prepare timely, accurate daily transaction logs, position summaries, and routine management reports.
• Promote teamwork, clear communication, and a collaborative, positive working environment.
• Assume other administrative tasks and ad‑hoc responsibilities as directed by senior traders.

Requirements

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Financial Engineering, Business, or a related quantitative field.
• Holds a valid PKMC license or possesses an equivalent local regulatory trading certification (PKMC preferred).
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of global financial markets, FX products such as Spot, Forwards, and Swaps, and key macroeconomic indicators.
• Proficient in MS Excel, with VBA or macros considered an advantage, alongside familiarity with trading platforms like Bloomberg or Refinitiv Eikon.
• Exhibits strong numerical agility, high attention to detail in fast‑paced market environments, strong integrity, and clear communication skills.