Equity Trader (Private Investment Firm)

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

MICHAEL PAGE INTERNATIONAL PTE LTD is seeking a senior trader to manage proprietary capital in a highly autonomous role, trading US equities and related strategies across global markets. You will apply 3+ years of live US equity trading experience, a proven performance track record, and a disciplined approach to risk sizing, drawdown control and capital preservation within a research-driven environment.

This opportunity provides exposure to advanced trading tools, continuous professional

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of live trading experience within US equity markets.
• Experience managing real investment capital with a demonstrable track record of trading performance.
• Background gained within a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, family office, investment management or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of US market structure, liquidity dynamics and event-driven trading opportunities.
• Proven capability in developing independent market views and trading strategies.
• Disciplined approach to position sizing, leverage management, drawdown control and capital preservation.

Responsibilities

• Trade equities listed on major US exchanges using proprietary capital.
• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities across technology, AI, semiconductor and related sectors.
• Execute intraday, swing and event-driven trading strategies.
• Develop trading plans, portfolio exposure guidelines and risk management frameworks aligned to market conditions.
• Monitor positions and manage capital allocation, leverage utilisation and downside risk.
• Perform ongoing trade analysis, performance reviews and strategy optimisation to enhance risk-adjusted returns.
• Ensure adherence to internal trading governance, risk parameters and market regulations.

Skills

Live trading experience

Analytical skills

Capital preservation

Discipline

Job description

• Newly created headcount with high autonomy
• Trade US equities using proprietary capital and proven strategies

About Our Client

Our client is a private investment firm focused on deploying proprietary capital across global financial markets. The organisation adopts a research-driven investment approach, with a particular interest in technology, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and emerging market opportunities. Operating in a performance-oriented environment, the firm empowers experienced traders with the autonomy, resources and infrastructure needed to execute high-conviction trading strategies while maintaining rigorous risk controls.

Job Description

• Trade equities listed on major US exchanges, including Nasdaq and NYSE, using proprietary capital.
• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities across technology, AI, semiconductor and related sectors.
• Execute a range of trading strategies including intraday, swing and event-driven approaches.
• Develop trading plans, portfolio exposure guidelines and risk management frameworks aligned to market conditions.
• Monitor positions and manage capital allocation, leverage utilisation and downside risk.
• Perform ongoing trade analysis, performance reviews and strategy optimisation to enhance risk-adjusted returns.
• Ensure adherence to internal trading governance, risk parameters and market regulations.

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 3+ years of live trading experience within US equity markets.
• Experience managing real investment capital with a demonstrable track record of trading performance.
• Background gained within a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, family office, investment management or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of US market structure, liquidity dynamics and event-driven trading opportunities.
• Proven capability in developing independent market views and trading strategies.
• Disciplined approach to position sizing, leverage management, drawdown control and capital preservation.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate performance and continuously refine trading methodologies.
• Experience trading technology, AI or semiconductor-related equities would be advantageous.
• Exposure to options, quantitative, market-neutral, long/short or digital asset trading strategies would be beneficial.

What's on Offer

This opportunity offers the chance to manage proprietary capital within a high-performance trading environment where results and disciplined risk management are valued above traditional credentials. Successful candidates will benefit from significant trading autonomy, exposure to global market opportunities, collaboration with experienced market professionals, ongoing development of trading strategies, and access to the tools and resources required to enhance long-term performance and career growth.

Quote job ref

JN-092026-7106903

Phone number

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Michael Page International Pte Ltd | Registration No. 199804751N