Trading Ops and Tech Specialist - Global Trading Firm

Selby Jennings; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings in Singapore seeks a Trading Operations and Technology Specialist to join its team. The role sits at the intersection of trading, operations and technology, handling time-sensitive market activity and collaborating with front-office and IT groups.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in financial markets, an understanding of the trade lifecycle, scripting experience (Python), and the ability to communicate clearly under pressure. Flexibility with regional hours is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial markets or related environment.
• Understanding of the trade lifecycle and at least one financial product.
• Experience collaborating with front-office and technology teams.
• Scripting or automation experience, preferably Python.
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments is advantageous.
• Strong troubleshooting and clear communication under pressure.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative/technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Support daily activity across regional financial markets and investigate time-sensitive issues.
• Monitor operational workflows and resolve exceptions affecting business activity.
• Work with front-office, technology and other internal teams to coordinate issue resolution.
• Support the implementation of new products, processes and initiatives.
• Use scripting and automation to improve controls and reduce manual work.
• Analyze recurring issues and contribute to resilience improvements.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders during high-pressure situations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the products, processes and risks supported by the team.

Skills

Trading operations

Front-office liaison

Python scripting

Troubleshooting

Communication

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in quantitative/technical discipline

Tools

Linux/Unix

Job description

Our client is a global financial markets firm looking to hire a Trading Operations and Technology Specialist to join its Singapore team.

The position supports time-sensitive activity across regional markets and sits between trading, operations and technology. It would suit someone with good product knowledge who can investigate issues, improve workflows and communicate effectively with both technical and commercial stakeholders.

Responsibilities for the Trading Operations and Technology Specialist:

• Support daily activity across regional financial markets and investigate time-sensitive issues.
• Monitor operational workflows and resolve exceptions affecting business activity.
• Work closely with front-office, technology and other internal teams to coordinate issue resolution.
• Support the implementation of new products, processes and business initiatives.
• Use scripting and automation to improve controls and reduce manual work.
• Analyse recurring issues and contribute to improvements in operational resilience.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders during high-pressure situations.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the products, processes and risks supported by the team.

Requirements for the Trading Operations and Technology Specialist:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience within financial markets, trading support, desk operations, production support or a related environment.
• Good understanding of the trade lifecycle and practical knowledge of at least one financial product.
• Experience working closely with front-office and technology stakeholders.
• Practical scripting or automation experience, preferably using Python.
• Familiarity with Linux or Unix environments would be advantageous.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to make sound decisions under time pressure.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to tailor information for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative, technical or relevant discipline.
• Flexibility to work hours aligned with regional market activity.