Intern, Trading - ALM (Jan - Jun 2027)

QCP Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

QCP Group in Singapore is seeking a talented quantitative researcher to support macro research and trading analytics. You will work with the team to analyze global macro events, develop, backtest, and optimise trading strategies, and enhance analytics tools.

Proficiency in Python for data analysis, experience with Bloomberg Terminal and Excel, and comfort using AI assistants to accelerate workflows are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in macroeconomic research and financial markets is preferred.
• Ability to develop, backtest, and optimise trading strategies.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience building analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on global macroeconomic events, policy developments, financial markets, and cryptocurrencies.
• Support the preparation of materials for daily updates and weekly macro discussions.
• Assist in developing, backtesting and optimising trading strategies and quantitative models.
• Update and improve trading analytics/visualisation tools for the desk.
• Comfortable using AI coding/research assistants (e.g. Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) as a working tool.

Skills

Data analysis

Research

Backtesting

Macro research

Tools

Python

Bloomberg Terminal

Excel

Job description

QCP is Asia's leading digital asset partner, empowering clients to seamlessly integrate digital assets into their portfolios.

We offer a comprehensive range of solutions - from spot on/off ramping and fixed income strategies to vanilla options and bespoke exotics.

Driven by the vision to be the most trusted partner in digital asset markets, we provide innovative solutions that make digital assets a core component of every portfolio, balance sheet, and treasury.

Since our founding in 2017, we have witnessed the potential of digital assets to transform financial markets and the world at large. We exist at the centre of change, successfully navigating three market cycles and bridging institutional and crypto ecosystems.

We work to build trusted partnerships, putting client success and care at the heart of everything that we do.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on global macroeconomic events, policy developments, financial markets, and cryptocurrencies

• Support the preparation of materials for daily updates and weekly macro discussions
• Assist in developing, backtesting and optimising trading strategies and quantitative models.
• Update and improve trading analytics/visualisation tools for the desk.

• Comfortable using AI coding/research assistants (e.g. Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot) as a working tool — able to prompt effectively, verify output, and use these tools to accelerate workflows without introducing errors into a live trading environment.

• Knowledge of Python for data analysis, automation, and visualisation is preferred.

• Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal and Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables, charting) is preferred

The Environment We Offer

As a growing firm with a tightly-knit team, we respect and listen to all our employees. You will get the chance to make an impact by having your voice heard by everyone, including the management.

Our employees enjoy a high level of autonomy at work. We focus on substance, not form - as long as you can perform, you will be recognized and rewarded. We are also dedicated to supporting our staff and ensuring they develop holistically to maximize their potential in the long- term.

We also provide flexible working arrangement as required and a casual and fun environment to boot!