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Trader
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Trader

Summary

We are looking for the right candidate to join our Asia Trading Desk.

 

A Career with Point72’s Asia Trading Desk

The Asia Trading Desk is responsible for providing best execution of asset classes – mainly equities, futures, and FX – across all major Asian markets for our long/short investment teams globally.

 

What you’ll do

  • Execute trades for Asia based Portfolio Managers, through broker sponsored algorithms, broker cash desks, dark pool, and DMA facilities
  • Monitor price movements, volume, and trading flows for stocks in the portfolios
  • Maintain broker relationships
  • Book trades and monitor portfolios for accuracy
  • Liaise with Trading Assistants, Operations, Compliance and Risk to resolve any issues

 

What’s required

  • 3+ years of experience working as an Equities trader with a deep understanding of equities trading (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5/4.0 if less than 5 years of experience)
  • Understanding of broker-sponsored algorithms, broker cash desks, dark pools, and DMA facilities is advantageous
  • Knowledge of the structure of the major Asian equity markets
  • Fluency with trading technology, execution management systems, and order management systems
  • Strong analytical skills and very detail oriented
  • Degree in finance, math, engineering, or related field
  • Clear and articulate verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely
  • A commitment to the highest ethical standards
  • An unwavering commitment to engage commercially with a client centric mindset
  • A high-energy personality and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • The ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff and who thrive on working in a team-oriented environment
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards

 

We take care of our people

We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide:

  • Health care benefits
  • Generous parental and family leave policies
  • Mental and physical wellness programs
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Non-profit matching gift program
  • Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community
  • Tuition assistance
  • Competitive retirement program

 

About Point72

Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.