Execution Trader
We are currently partnering with a Singapore based investment management firm and they are seeking an Execution Trader to join their team in Singapore.
They are seeking a driven individual with Japanese language proficiency and a strong interest in financial markets to join their buy-side trading desk. This role offers structured training and mentorship, providing a clear pathway to develop expertise in trade execution while working closely with portfolio managers to support investment strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with portfolio managers, brokers, and fellow traders to ensure timely and accurate execution of equity, futures, and custom basket trades across various markets.
- Monitor risk limits and ensure all trades are executed within defined parameters.
- Track intraday market conditions and adjust execution strategies as needed.
- Manage share borrowing and returns related to short selling activities.
- Prepare monthly market analysis reports for investors.
- Contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
- At least 1 to 3 years of experience in financial markets . Fresh grads with strong academic backgrounds are welcome to apply too.
- Business-level Japanese proficiency preferred. Candidates with JLPT N3/N4 certification and demonstrated commitment to improving their Japanese language skills will also be considered.
- Proficiency in Excel is required.
- Experience with programming tools (i.e., VBA, Python, and/or SQL (advantage)
If you are interested, please apply online today. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Selby Jennings is a trading style of Phaidon International (License number R24119768).
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