Proprietary Trader

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

Job summary

A leading financial firm in Singapore is seeking a proprietary trader specializing in JPY-denominated products. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of direct trading experience, strong quantitative skills, and the ability to analyze macroeconomic trends. Fluency in Japanese and proficiency in English are essential. This position offers a great work environment with excellent career development opportunities and an attractive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Great work environment

Excellent career development opportunities

Attractive salary & benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of direct active trading experience in JPY rates markets.
• Strong quantitative background with proven track record.
• Excellent risk management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement trading strategies for JPY products.
• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic analysis.
• Execute trades and manage trading book compliance.
• Monitor and manage portfolio risk.
• Collaborate with internal teams.
• Stay updated on BOJ policy and regulatory changes.

Skills

Proprietary trading experience

Macroeconomic analysis

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Fluency in Japanese

Business-level English

Education

Bachelor’s or higher degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Trading platforms

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