Trading Associate / Trading Analyst

Role overview

An established long/short equities hedge fund is seeking a trading-focused associate or analyst to support trade execution and related operations. This is a strong early-career opening for recent graduates who want to build a path in trading and execution within a buy-side environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support senior traders and portfolio managers with execution-related tasks.
• Prepare reports covering portfolio risk, positioning, attribution, and profit and loss.
• Handle daily trade processing and reconcile trades using the execution platform and portfolio management system.
• Carry out transaction cost analysis to evaluate execution quality and best execution outcomes.
• Work through day-to-day trade issues with execution brokers and prime brokers.
• Contribute to trading, operations, and other ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

• Genuine interest in hedge funds, equities, financial markets, and trading.
• Working understanding of listed equities, equity swaps, futures, options, and FX hedging.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with tools such as Python and VBA.
• A degree in economics, finance, accountancy, engineering, computer science, or a similar discipline.
• Suitable for fresh graduates or candidates with 1 to 3 years of experience.

Additional information

This opportunity is based in Singapore and is aimed at candidates seeking a full-time, on-site role in a buy-side hedge fund trading environment.