Senior HKD Rates Trader — Front-Office Market Maker

bank of america,national association; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America, National Association is seeking an experienced HKD Rates Trader to sit on the front office trading floor in Asia, focusing on HKD rate products and liquidity provision for corporate and institutional clients.

You will manage risk, price markets, and execute trades while collaborating with Sales to deliver client ideas and drive revenue. The role requires strong market knowledge, cross-asset awareness, and the ability to perform under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Asia Rates Trading, Hong Kong Treasury or HKD FX.
• Strong knowledge of interest rate products, including swaps, forwards, government bonds, and derivatives.
• Proven ability to manage risk, price markets and execute trades in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of HKD market structure, liquidity dynamics, and linkage to global rates (USD).
• Strong analytical and technical skill set with sound trading instinct.
• Ability to articulate views on market trends, macro drivers and relative value opportunities.
• Strong communication skills, with ability to collaborate with Sales, Structuring, and global trading teams.
• Ability to perform under pressure and make informed decisions in volatile markets.

Responsibilities

• Hire for a HKD Rates Trader to support and grow the FICC Rates Trading franchise in Asia (Singapore / Hong Kong).
• Trade and market make HKD interest rate products, delivering liquidity and generating revenues.
• Manage risk across the trading book, including positioning, hedging, and exposure management.
• Partner with Sales to develop client relationships, deliver trade ideas, and execute client flows.
• Contribute to building and expanding the local markets franchise, growing market share and client engagement.
• Leverage technology and analytics to enhance pricing, hedging strategies, and trade execution.
• Develop a deep understanding of macro drivers, rates market dynamics, and cross-asset implications (HK and USD-linked).
• Monitor market developments, liquidity conditions, and client flows to anticipate trends and opportunities.
• Maintain strong collaboration with global trading teams to align positioning, risk, and market views.
• Exhibit sound judgment under pressure and maintain discipline across market environments.

Skills

HKD rates trading

Risk management

Market making

Pricing

Liquidity provision

Client relationship development

Analytical skills

Communication

Decision making under pressure

Job description

Bank of America, National Association is seeking an experienced HKD Rates Trader to sit on the front office trading floor in Asia, focusing on HKD rate products and liquidity provision for corporate and institutional clients.

You will manage risk, price markets, and execute trades while collaborating with Sales to deliver client ideas and drive revenue. The role requires strong market knowledge, cross-asset awareness, and the ability to perform under pressure.