Head of Dealing (Brokerage & Digital Trading | Securities)

Drake International Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake International Singapore is seeking a senior leader to lead and supervise the daily dealing activities for all investment products on our digital trading platform. You will ensure accurate, timely execution of client orders while upholding MAS compliance and high service standards.

In this role, you will build strong relationships with exchanges, brokers, and external stakeholders, drive growth with Business Development, and lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance trading offerings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the daily dealing activities for all investment products on the Company's digital trading platform.
• Ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely execution of client orders while maintaining high service standards.
• Ensure compliance with MAS regulations, exchange rules, and internal policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong working relationships with exchanges, brokers, market counterparties, and other external stakeholders.
• Support the growth of the brokerage and digital trading business by working with the Business Development team to increase trading activity, client engagement, and revenue opportunities.
• Identify market trends, business opportunities, and new initiatives to enhance trading offerings and competitiveness.
• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Audit, Operations, Technology, and Finance teams to ensure governance and operational efficiency.
• Lead, coach, and develop the dealing team while fostering a high-performance, client-focused, and compliant culture.
• Provide regular management reports and updates on trading performance, business developments, key risks, and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Brokerage operations

Securities trading

Digital trading platforms

OMS

Risk management

Leadership

Cross-functional initiatives

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Economics/Accounting/Mathematics

Tools

OMS

Trading platforms

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the daily dealing activities for all investment products available on the Company's digital trading platform.


• Ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely execution of client orders while maintaining high service standards.


• Ensure compliance with MAS regulations, exchange rules, and internal policies and procedures.


• Maintain strong working relationships with exchanges, brokers, market counterparties, and other external stakeholders.


• Support the growth of the brokerage and digital trading business by working closely with the Business Development team to increase trading activity, client engagement, and revenue opportunities.


• Identify market trends, business opportunities, and new initiatives to enhance the Company's trading offerings and competitiveness.


• Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, Audit, Operations, Technology, and Finance teams to ensure effective governance and operational efficiency.


• Lead, coach, and develop the dealing team while fostering a high-performance, client-focused, and compliant culture.


• Provide regular management reports and updates on trading performance, business developments, key risks, and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related discipline.


• CFA, CMFAS, or other relevant professional qualifications will be an advantage.


• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in brokerage, securities dealing, capital markets, wealth management, investment banking, fintech, or other financial services sectors.


• At least 5 years of experience in a senior leadership or supervisory dealing role.


• Strong understanding of brokerage operations, securities trading, digital trading platforms, capital markets, and related regulatory requirements.


• Familiarity with algorithmic execution, order management systems (OMS), trading platforms, and digital brokerage technologies.


• Strong knowledge of risk management practices and operational controls within brokerage and trading environments.


• Experience working with institutional clients, intermediaries, distribution partners, or online brokerage platforms will be highly advantageous.


• Proven experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving business, operations, technology, and external stakeholders.


• Strong analytical, commercial, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.


• Ability to balance commercial objectives with operational, risk, and regulatory considerations in a dynamic business environment.

Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Registration No.: R1658237 | EA License No.: 11C3510 | Drake International