Trading Assistant (Emerging Markets)

Overview of the Team/Department

The Emerging Markets team consists of over 30 Portfolio Managers with offices in New York, London, Geneva, and Singapore. The team trades a variety of instruments—mostly Rates, FX, Credit, and other derivatives—across Asia, CEE/ME, and Latam to profit from market themes and opportunities as they arise. The Singapore office has more than 10 experienced Portfolio Managers with a strong track record in Emerging Markets Asia macro trading.

More About the Role

The Trading Assistant role provides an opportunity to work closely with Portfolio Managers and interact directly with market makers and sales people.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor markets, source best liquidity, and execute trades for Portfolio Managers.
• Provide market color and highlight news and market movers to support Portfolio Managers’ trading decisions.
• Book deals, monitor positions, and ensure the integrity of positions held in the system.
• Liaise between the trading desk and internal support functions (middle/back office), as well as external counterparties.
• Manage projects that improve desk efficiency as and when opportunities arise.

Experience Required

• Experience in sales/trading roles from sell-side banks, or execution roles from buy-side funds, with a strong understanding of EM Asia rates and FX market dynamics.
• A degree from a reputable university with a demonstrated interest in investment products, particularly rates, FX, and derivatives.
• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills, with excellent organization.
• An excellent eye for detail, with thoroughness in checks and processes.
• Strong communication skills, as the role requires regular liaison with Portfolio Managers, internal support functions, and external counterparties.
• Good analytical and Excel spreadsheet skills, supporting ad-hoc projects and spreadsheet builds to improve daily efficiency.
• The ability to operate independently and take on increased responsibilities over time.