An Equities Sales and Trading Assistant opportunity from a US financial services company

Overview:

We are seeking an ambitious, entrepreneurial, and detail-oriented APAC Equities Sales and Trading Assistant to work in a dynamic and rewarding position. This role offers a breadth of support responsibilities under Execution/Trading, Research Sales, and Business Management. This is unique position provides an excellent opportunity for those who seek to work with a wide variety of stakeholders, challenge the status quo, and contribute to our team’s growing success.

Job Scope:

- Deliver essential administrative and operational support for agency trading in global markets, ensuring seamless execution and efficiency

- Track and monitor P&L across equity businesses, providing insights that fuel strategic decisions

- Coordinate logistics and client engagements of Corporate Access events such as corporate roadshows, analyst conference calls, and industry expert events

- Create and distribute compelling daily marketing materials, research notes, presentations, and translations to engage clients and partners

- Contribute to strategic initiatives aimed at optimizing processes and enhancing business architecture for long-term growth

- Excel in prioritizing tasks and managing multiple demands in a high-energy, fast-paced setting

Qualification, Capabilities and Skills:

- Minimum 3 years of experience in Finance Operations or Trading Assistant roles - Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or a related field

- Strong understanding of the global equities business ecosystem and key processes

- Excellent communication skills for engaging with both external clients and internal partners

- Sharp analytical, problem-solving and negotiation abilities

- Eagerness to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices

- Adaptable mindset, comfortable in Client-facing interactions while handling routine tasks with precision

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including advanced formulas and pivot tables) and Microsoft PowerPoint

- Fluency or conversational proficiency in English, Mandarin and Cantonese