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Singapore - FICC Macro Trader

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Job Description - Singapore - FICC Macro Trader

About Us:
Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by:
a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions);
b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China;
c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions.

Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Trading and Market-Making: Lead discretionary trading across FX and interest-rate markets, providing market-making, execution and risk-management for currencies and fixed-income products (e.g. FX forwards/NDFs, bonds, swaps) in Asia and global markets. Manage risk positions within approved limits, while supplying liquidity and trade ideas to clients and sales.
  • Macro Analysis & Strategy: Conduct ongoing macroeconomic research and develop trading strategies on key markets (e.g. G10, Asia ex-China Macro). Monitor global policy shifts, data releases and geopolitics, generating timely market commentary and actionable trade ideas.
  • Client/Sales Collaboration: Work closely with the sales desk to align macro views with client needs. Respond to client pricing requests and tailor solutions. Build relationships with institutional clients by delivering market insights.
  • Book and P&L Management: Oversee the trading book for assigned currencies and rates, including daily P&L; sign-off. Ensure accurate trade execution and reconciliation with operations.
  • Infrastructure: Support the build-up of risk management system for G10 and Asia ex-China Macro. Maintain knowledge of internal pricing models. Strive for continuing enhancement in the overall risk management framework.
  • Regulatory and Controls Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all regulatory and internal controls in every trading activity. Support post-trade processes and promote strong risk management and ethical trading practices.

Qualification:

  • Experience: 5–15 years of FX and rates trading experience in a sell-side bank environment.
  • Experience in the buy-side is an added advantage. Proven track record in discretionary macro trading or market-making.
  • Market Expertise: Deep understanding of FX and interest-rate products, including spot/forward FX, NDFs, government bonds, swaps, and derivatives. Familiarity with G10 and/or Asian EM markets.
  • Bachelor’s degree required; technical degree preferred. Strong proficiency with Bloomberg/Refinitiv, Excel/VBA, and preferably Python/R.
  • Soft Skills: Excellent communication skills with English Fluency, independent decision-making, ability to work under pressure, strong organization, and integrity.
  • Regulatory Awareness: Good understanding of MAS rules, global macroeconomic risks, and bank compliance frameworks.
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