VP/SVP, FX Trader, Global Financial Markets

DBS Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank is looking for a highly motivated FX Trader to join its trading team in Singapore. The role involves executing trades, managing currency exposure, and developing trading strategies in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, a proven track record in FX trading, and preferably programming skills in Python or R.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of proven experience in FX trading.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets and trading platforms.
• Experience in developing trading strategies through analysis.

Responsibilities

• Execute foreign exchange trades and manage currency exposure.
• Analyze market trends and collaborate with teams for trade execution.
• Monitor global FX markets for trading opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computing, Engineering

Tools

Python

R

VBA

Job description

DBS Bank

Date: 1 day ago

Contract type: Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical FX Trader to join our dynamic trading team. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing foreign exchange trades on behalf of the bank and its clients, managing currency exposure, and generating profits within defined risk parameters. This role demands strong market intuition, disciplined decision-making, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor global FX markets and economic indicators to identify trading opportunities
• Analyze market trends, news, and data to support trading decisions and risk management
• Collaborate with risk management, research, and operations teams to ensure effective trade execution and reporting
• Develop and refine trading strategies through qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computing, Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience and track record in FX trading (5-10 years)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Excellent knowledge of financial markets, economic fundamentals, and trading platforms
• High level of discipline, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication and decision-making skills
• Programming skills (Python, R, VBA, etc.) are preferred