Experienced Proprietary Day Trader

ZHONG AN ASSET MANAGEMENT SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Experienced Proprietary Day Trader to trade proprietary capital across financial markets. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in proprietary trading, strong data analysis skills, and a solid understanding of risk management. This full-time role offers competitive remuneration and a supportive work environment focused on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Generous bonus structures

Opportunities for career progression

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proprietary trading experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling.
• Good command of Mandarin preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute intra-day and position trades for various assets.
• Conduct in-depth market research to develop trading strategies.
• Monitor positions and adhere to risk limits throughout the trading day.

Skills

Proprietary trading

Financial analysis

Risk management

Data analysis

Emotional control

Job description

Zhong An Asset Management Sdn Bhd is seeking an Experienced Proprietary Day Trader to join our team in Kuala Lumpur. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for actively trading our proprietary capital across various financial markets to generate strong returns.

What you'll be doing

• Intra-day & Position Trading: Execute intra-day and position trades for equities listed on Hong Kong Exchange (HKEX), U.S. stock and cryptocurrency with a focus on short-term, high-frequency strategies to maximize returns.
• Conduct in-depth market research, including qualitative and quantitative analysis of the latest trends, news, and stock data to develop and implement profitable trading strategies.
• Continuously monitor positions and ensure strict adherence to risk limits throughout the trading day, mitigating risks to protect capital.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 years of proprietary trading experience, preferably in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Expert knowledge of financial markets, trading techniques and risk management
• Strong proficiency in data analysis, financial modelling and quantitative methods
• Demonstrated track record of consistently profitable trading, Adaptability & Flexibility: Highly adaptable, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to fast-changing market conditions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Self-Motivated & Disciplined, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining a high level of discipline, resilience and focus even during periods of market volatility.
• Strong Emotional Control & Stress Management: Excellent ability to manage stress and maintain composure during periods of high pressure or significant market fluctuations.
• Good command of Mandarin is preferred, as the role involves managing content and communication across diverse audiences.

What we offer

At Zhong An Asset Management, we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and supportive work environment. You'll have access to competitive remuneration, generous bonus structures, and opportunities for career progression. We also offer a range of wellbeing initiatives to support your work-life balance.

About us

Zhong An Asset Management is a leading investment management firm based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With a focus on delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, we manage a diverse portfolio of assets for institutional and high-net-worth clients. Our team of investment professionals is dedicated to leveraging our deep market insights and analytical capabilities to drive sustainable growth for our clients.