Portfolio Manager

Grasshopper Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days annual leave

Insurance package with dependents

Dental & Wellness budget

Gym membership

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Grasshopper Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a seasoned trader to develop and execute high-frequency intraday strategies in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage and optimize trading algorithms and systems, leveraging quantitative analysis to capture opportunities. Collaborate with trading, research and technology teams to refine models, monitor market conditions, and adjust strategies while ensuring compliance and robust risk management.

Qualifications

• Professional experience in high-frequency trading or portfolio management.
• P&L track record of USD 2M+ per year.
• Own or operate alphas/strategies and bring them to Grasshopper.
• Experience with index roll or index arb strategies.
• Strong knowledge of markets and trading technology across major exchanges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute high-frequency intraday trading strategies (<24h).
• Manage and optimise trading algorithms and systems.
• Collaborate with trading, research and technology teams to refine models and strategies.
• Monitor market conditions and adjust strategies to stay ahead of trends.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and robust risk management.

Skills

High-frequency trading

Portfolio management

Quantitative analysis

Trading technology

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Developing and executinghigh-frequency or intradaytrading strategies (with < 24h holding period) in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Managing and optimising trading algorithms and systems, utilising quantitative analysis to identify and capitalise on market opportunities.
• Collaborating closely with our trading, research, and technology teams to develop and refine trading models and strategies.
• Monitoring market conditions and adjust trading strategies as necessary to stay ahead of changing trends and dynamics.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices in risk management.

Requirements

• Professional experience in high-frequency trading or portfolio management, with a strong track record of success, with a P&L of > USD 2mil/year.
• Own or operate successful alphas/strategies, and be willing to bring them over to Grasshopper.
• Experience with index roll or index arb strats may be considered.
• Deep knowledge of financial markets and trading technology, with experience trading inJapan OSE or TSE, Singapore SGX, Malaysia Bursa, Thailand SET, USA CME Futures, Australia ASX, Taiwan TWSE or India NSE or BSE.
• Candidates with professional trading experience inHong Kong HKEX, China SHFE or DCE, Korea KRX, may also be considered.
• Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to use data and models to drive trading decisions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex trading strategies and market insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Benefits

• 21 days annual leave.
• An opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, fostering mentorship opportunities and personal growth.
• Comprehensive Insurance Package with extended coverage for dependents.
• Well stocked pantry.
• Annual Dental & Wellness budget.
• Gym membership.
• Competitive compensation.