Equity Trader


Singapore
Permanent
Negotiable
Quantitative Analytics Research and Trading
PR/610055_1789459058
Equity Trader

We are currently partnering with a proprietary trading firm that is looking to hire an Equity Trader to join its growing team in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deploy the firm's capital across US equities, identifying and executing high-conviction trading opportunities.
  • Monitor market developments and conduct thematic research across growth-oriented sectors and emerging trends.
  • Implement short-term and catalyst-driven trading strategies while adapting to changing market conditions.
  • Manage portfolio risk through disciplined exposure management, trade sizing, and capital preservation practices.
  • Evaluate trading performance regularly and refine approaches to enhance consistency and overall returns.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience trading US equities with a live track record.
  • Background gained within a proprietary trading house, hedge fund, family office, or institutional investment platform.
  • Demonstrated ability to generate returns using real capital, supported by verifiable performance records.
  • Strong understanding of US market dynamics, trading catalysts, and risk management frameworks.
  • Self-directed trader with the ability to independently develop views, execute trades, and take ownership of results.

If you are interested, apply online today. We regret to inform that only suitable candidates will be contacted for further discussion.

Selby Jennings is a Trading Style of Phaidon International (License number R24119768)

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