Hedge Fund Operations – Japanese Equities (Buy Side)

ACG MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Singapore is seeking a motivated Junior Buy-Side Execution Trader with a strong interest in Japanese equities. This role involves executing trades, market analysis, and risk management, providing an excellent chance for training and mentorship. Candidates must have native or business-level Japanese proficiency and a degree in finance or economics. Join a supportive team with a focus on professional development.

Benefits

Comprehensive training program

Collaborative team environment

Access to advanced trading technology

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years in financial markets or recent graduate.
• Genuine interest in Japanese equity markets.
• Strong work ethic and resilience under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Execute equity trades across markets.
• Analyze market microstructure for execution.
• Manage trading limits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication in Japanese and English

Interest in Japanese equity markets

Learning agility

Team player

Education

Finance or Economics degree

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg terminal

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Hedge Fund Operations – Japanese Equities (Buy Side)

📍 Location : Singapore Office

🏢 Company: ACG Management Pte. Ltd.

🗣 Language Requirement : Native or business-level Japanese proficiency is required

About Us

ACG Management Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based investment management firm specializing in Japanese equities through two complementary strategies, with additional exposure to other geographic markets. We operate fundamental investment approaches with a focus on mid to small cap names and maintain a high volume of positions across sectors. Our trading desk is critical in executing our investment strategies efficiently while minimizing market impact and optimizing execution quality.

We are looking for a motivated and driven individual with Japanese language skills and a strong interest in financial markets to join our trading desk as a Junior Buy-Side Execution Trader. This role offers excellent training and mentorship opportunities to develop into a skilled execution trader, working closely with experienced portfolio managers and contributing to our investment success through effective trade execution.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Execution & Market Making

• Execute equity trades across markets for our strategies
• Manage order flow and optimize execution timing to minimize market impact
• Utilize various execution algorithms and direct market access tools
• Execute block trades, program trades, and portfolio transitions efficiently
• Monitor intraday market conditions and adjust execution strategies accordingly

Market Analysis & Strategy

• Analyze market microstructure and liquidity patterns for optimal execution
• Assess market impact and transaction costs across different execution venues
• Collaborate with portfolio managers on trade timing and execution strategy
• Monitor and report on execution quality and best execution compliance

Risk Management & Controls

• Manage trading limits and risk parameters in real-time
• Monitor position limits and portfolio exposure
• Ensure compliance with investment guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Implement pre-trade and post-trade risk controls
• Handle trade errors and exception processing

Broker & Counterparty Management

• Manage relationships with executing brokers
• Coordinate with Japanese brokers on special situations and block trades
• Communicate directly with Japanese counterparties in native language
• Assess and onboard new trading counterparties as needed

Technology & Systems

• Utilize order management systems (OMS) and execution management systems (EMS)
• Manage direct market access (DMA) connections to Japanese exchanges
• Adapt to new trading technologies and electronic execution tools

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare daily trading reports and execution analysis
• Report on market conditions and trading performance to management
• Support month-end and audit processes with trading documentation
• Maintain trade blotters and ensure accurate trade capture

Requirements

• 🔹 Experience: 1 to 3 years in financial markets (trading, operations, or related field) OR recent graduate with strong academic background in finance / economics
• 🔹 Market Interest: Genuine interest in Japanese equity markets and eagerness to learn market dynamics
• 🔹 Learning Mindset: Demonstrated ability to learn quickly in fast-paced environments with strong analytical skills
• 🔹 Technology: Basic familiarity with financial systems; willingness to learn OMS / EMS and trading platforms
• 🔹 Language: Native or business-level Japanese proficiency required for broker communication and market interaction
• 🔹 Personal Qualities: Strong work ethic, resilience under pressure, attention to detail, and collaborative team player
• 🔹 Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Japanese and English
• 🔹 Drive: Self-motivated with ambition to grow into a senior execution trader role
• 🔹 Technical Skills (Good to Have): Proficiency in Excel, Bloomberg terminal experience, and quantitative analysis skills

Why Join Us

• ✅ Join a Japan-focused hedge fund with a strong track record and disciplined investment processes
• ✅ Comprehensive training program with mentorship from experienced traders and portfolio managers
• ✅ Access to institutional-quality trading infrastructure and technology platforms with full training provided
• ✅ Collaborative, supportive team environment that invests in your professional development