Trading Strategy & Risk Optimization Lead

Role Overview

We are looking for a Trading Strategy & Risk Optimization Lead to strengthen trading performance and risk management through deeper understanding of client behaviour, trading patterns and market dynamics.

This is not a traditional risk control role. You will work at the intersection of Trading, Dealing, Quant, Risk and Data , using trading data and commercial judgement to identify emerging risks and opportunities, optimize trading and client strategies, and improve the overall quality and resilience of our trading business.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze client trading behaviour, trading patterns, trading costs, risk exposure and other key metrics to identify risks and optimization opportunities.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis on high-value clients, unusual trading activities and complex trading cases, translating findings into actionable strategies.
• Partner with Dealing and Quant teams to evaluate trading performance, execution quality and evolving market or client risks.
• Work closely with Risk and Anti-Fraud teams to enhance risk strategies while maintaining a balanced approach between risk management and business opportunities.
• Build data-driven monitoring and decision frameworks to improve the identification and management of trading risks.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives addressing complex trading, risk and client management challenges.
• Partner with Product, Data and Engineering teams to enhance Trading, Risk and Data infrastructure and system capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in Trading, Dealing, Trading Risk, Market Risk, Brokerage or Trading Operations .
• Strong understanding of financial markets, trading mechanics and risk management; experience in FX, derivatives or leveraged trading is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of client trading behaviour, risk exposure, trading costs and/or trading performance analysis.
• Strong quantitative and analytical mindset with the ability to identify patterns, diagnose issues and translate analysis into practical actions.
• Commercially aware and able to balance risk considerations with client experience and business objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in both English and Chinese to effectively engage regional Chinese-speaking stakeholders.