Low Risk Trader

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Low Risk Trader for Hedge fund to support trading activities across financial markets while maintaining strict adherence to risk management frameworks. The ideal candidate should possess strong mathematical and quantitative skills, demonstrate a positive and learning-oriented attitude, and have a keen interest in financial markets and trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute low-risk trading strategies within approved risk limits.
• Monitor market movements, positions, and exposures on a real-time basis.
• Analyse financial data, market trends, and pricing opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare daily trading reports, P&L analysis, and risk dashboards.
• Support senior traders in trade execution and portfolio management activities.
• Identify operational inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
• Coordinate with operations, risk, compliance, and treasury teams for smooth execution of trades.
• Maintain accurate records of trades and market observations.

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial markets, fixed income, equities, currencies, or derivatives.
• Excellent mathematical, quantitative, and analytical abilities.
• Strong knowledge of statistics, probability, and financial concepts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, Reuters, VBA, Python, or other analytical tools will be an added advantage.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Extremely positive and proactive attitude.
• Strong learning agility and curiosity about financial markets.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Fresh CA with strong academic credentials; OR
• Candidate with 1-2 years of experience in treasury, trading, risk management, capital markets, or financial analytics.
• Strong aptitude for numbers and analytical thinking.
• Demonstrated interest in trading and financial markets.

What We Offer:

• Excellent learning opportunity in financial markets and trading.
• Exposure to institutional trading and risk management practices.
• Mentorship from experienced market professionals.
• Fast-track career growth for high performers.

Key Selection Criteria: Strong mathematics, analytical mindset, positive attitude, willingness to learn, and passion for financial markets.

Experience

• 0-2 Years
• Fresh Chartered Accountants (CA) are encouraged to apply.

Qualification

One or more of the following:

• Chartered Accountant (CA)
• CFA (Completed/Progressing)
• MBA (Finance) from a reputed institution