Junior Trader - Global Market Trading

UOB; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a recent graduate with a degree in Quantitative Finance or Economics for a role in Global Markets. Responsibilities include market making, managing risk, and conducting market analysis. Candidates should have a strong quantitative background and the ability to work under pressure. UOB offers an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates are welcomed to apply.
• Candidates should have a passion for financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Provide competitive pricing and liquidity in FX and interest rate products.
• Proactively manage FX and interest rate risk exposures.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support initiatives aimed at enhancing trading workflows.

Skills

Strong quantitative background

Attention to details

Good verbal and written communication skill

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Quantitative Finance or Economics

Job description

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

The Global Market function leverages our in-depth knowledge of markets to provide timely financial advice, products and solutions to our clients. Together with our segment managers, we manage our clients’ investment, liability and risk management needs through a comprehensive suite of treasury products and services across multiple asset classes.

Job Responsibilities

• Market Making: Provide competitive pricing and liquidity in FX and interest rate products to support the sales team in servicing target clients effectively.
• Manage Market Risk: Proactively manage FX and interest rate risk exposures arising from the bank’s franchise activities, ensuring alignment with approved risk parameters.
• Alpha Generation: Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends and opportunities, contributing to alpha generation within established risk limits.
• Process Optimization: Support initiatives aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of trading workflows and operational processes.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements, maintaining a robust control environment.

Job Requirements

• Degree holder in Quantitative or Finance/Economics
• Fresh graduates are welcomed to apply
• Strong quantitative background with a passion in financial markets
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to details
• Good verbal and written communication skill

Additional Requirements

University-Bachelor

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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