Proprietary Trader

Snaphunt; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Singapore is seeking a skilled proprietary trader with a focus on JPY-denominated products. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of trading experience, strong analytical skills, and be fluent in Japanese, along with a bachelor’s degree in a related field. This role offers an excellent work environment and attractive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Great work environment

Excellent career development opportunities

Attractive salary & benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct active trading experience in JPY rates markets.
• Demonstrated success as a proprietary trader.
• Strong quantitative background.
• Excellent risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trading strategies across JPY-denominated products.
• Conduct macroeconomic analysis to identify trading opportunities.
• Execute trades and manage a trading book.
• Monitor and manage portfolio risk.

Skills

Japanese government bonds

Interest rate swaps

Risk management

Trading platforms

Analytical skills

Japanese fluency

Business-level English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or Engineering

Advanced degrees or certifications (CFA, FRM)

Job description

The Role :

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement proprietary trading strategies across JPY-denominated products, including JGBs, Yen interest rate swaps, futures, and options.
• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic analysis to identify trading opportunities, particularly within the Japan rates and FX landscape.
• Execute trades with precision and manage a trading book in compliance with risk and regulatory guidelines, ensuring a strong and consistent P&L performance.
• Monitor and manage portfolio risk, adjusting positions and strategies in response to market movements and risk protocols.
• Collaborate with internal teams—research, risk, and other traders to share insights and continuously refine trading approaches.
• Stay abreast of BOJ policy, global macro trends, and regulatory changes impacting the Japanese rates and FX markets.

Ideal Profile : Qualifications :

• Minimum 3 years of direct active trading experience in JPY rates markets. Demonstrated success as a proprietary trader with a focus on Japanese government bonds, interest rate swaps, and cross-currency swaps with proven track record.
• Strong quantitative background; Bachelor’s or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) are a plus.
• Excellent risk management skills with a consistent record of generating positive risk-adjusted returns.
• Proficient in trading platforms and financial software.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex macro and market data.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Native-level fluency in Japanese and business-level proficiency in English are required.

What's on Offer?

• Great work environment
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Attractive salary & benefits