Execution Trader

Our client is a leading Asian Equity Long Short hedge fund with a signficant AUM and a team with a vision to grow and entrepreneurial mindset.

They seek an additional experienced Trader to assist with increasing trade volume and to help automate processes and assist with operational efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Execute trades and manage trade orders on behalf of portfolio managers for Japan and certain Asian markets.
2. Monitor portfolio risk, positioning, attribution and P&L reporting.
3. Conduct transaction cost analysis (TCA) to assess execution efficiency and support best execution practices.
4. Monitor and manage pre-trade allocation splits between commingled funds and separately managed accounts (SMAs).
5. Perform trade orders processing and reconciliation across trade execution and portfolio management systems.
6. Coordinate with execution brokers to resolve trade order issues.
7. Monitor restriction lists relating to IPO and PO participations.
8. Work closely with the Senior Trader and internal stakeholders to implement improvements to trading processes and workflows.

Key Requirements

1. 5 -10 years of buy-side trading/execution experience , preferably within an Asia-based equities long/short hedge fund.
2. Knowledge and practical experience trading listed equities, listed equity swaps, listed futures, listed options and FX hedging.
3. Understanding of trading compliance requirements across Asian equity markets.
4. Understanding of pre-trade allocation processes between commingled funds and SMAs.
5. Proficiency in trade execution and portfolio management systems (Enfusion, TORA or other platforms).
6. Proficiency in Excel, Python, VBA, programming and other automation tools.
7. Degree in Economics, Finance or a related discipline.

Interested parties can approach L&P for more information.