IB - FX Derivatives Trader – VP

Deutsche Bank; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial institution is seeking a risk-manager for FX Derivatives in Singapore. This role involves managing portfolio risk for EM Asia Derivatives, overseeing client transactions, and nurturing client relationships. Candidates should have 6-10 years of experience in FX Derivatives, including knowledge of complex structured products and a strong understanding of risk management. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement and a range of benefits focused on employee development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible benefits plan

Comprehensive leave benefits

Gender Neutral Parental Leave

25 days of annual paid leave

Culture of continuous learning

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of prior work experience in FX Derivatives.
• Experience with complex structured products such as barrier derivatives, volatility swaps.
• Specialty in EM Asia Currencies.

Responsibilities

• Managing portfolio risk-management for EM Asia Derivatives global portfolios.
• Oversee client transactions and hedges across FX markets.
• Quoting the bank’s franchise in the region.

Skills

Quantitative trading techniques

Strong understanding in FX derivatives and risk management

Commercial focus

Ability to articulate ideas confidently

Team Player

Job description

Description

Details of the Division and Team :

In the world’s financial markets, the DBFX team is recognized as a leader. The business combines sales, trading and research teams who structure a range of financial market products and market these to our targeted client base. DB trades all currencies, including G10, Emerging Markets and Precious Metals, in all tenors. Working in a period of economic and regulatory uncertainty, the team places emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and risk management.

The Global Foreign Exchange (GFX) business is looking to hire a risk-manager for FX Derivatives in Singapore. The person will be an integral part of the Global Foreign Exchange business in Asia Pacific.

What we will offer you :

A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center.

You can expect :

• Flexible benefits plan including virtual doctor consultation services
• Comprehensive leave benefits
• Gender Neutral Parental Leave
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days of annual paid leave, plus public holiday
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

Your key responsibilities :

• Managing portfolio risk-management for EM Asia Derivatives global portfolios in the Asia time‑zone
• Oversee execution of client transactions and hedges across wide range of foreign‑exchange markets
• Quoting the bank’s franchise in the region across a wide range of currencies and derivative products
• Meeting with institutional and corporate clients alongside Sales to maintain and develop the bank’s franchise in the Asia Pacific region
• Work closely with Sales and Structuring to identify and nurture new opportunities and relationships with institutional and corporate clients
• Embark on project and development initiatives to continually improve efficiency in our pricing, risk management and trade execution processes

Your skills and experience :

• 6-10 years of prior work experience in FX Derivatives
• Quantitative trading techniques for FX Derivative portfolios in both developed and emerging markets
• Experience in an array of currencies and derivative products
• Specialty in EM Asia Currencies & experience in managing complex structured products such as barrier derivatives, volatility swaps
• Strong understanding in FX derivatives and risk management
• Commercial focus, ability to take initiatives, and skills to solve complex business problems
• Ability to articulate ideas confidently and concisely
• Team Player