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Fixed Income Proprietary Trader – APAC (Japan, Korea, Australia) Rates & Bond Futures

Posted: Oct 20, 2025

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Fixed Income Proprietary Trader – APAC (Japan, Korea, Australia) Rates & Bond FuturesLocation: Singapore, HK, Sydney, KoreaWe are currently partnered with a global Prop Trading firm, looking to add to their growing APAC Fixed Income business, with a Macro Rates Trader.The team already have an excellent presence in the APAC region, with this role taking lead across the Japan, Korean and Australian interest rate markets, designing and trading strategies for those regions.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute proprietary trading strategies in Japan (JGBs), Korea (KTBs), and Australia (ACGBs) rates markets (these will include bond futures, IR swaps and Options)Identify trading opportunities through high level macro-economic analysis.Manage a trading book and mentor junior staff members.Keep abreast of market movements in response to policies from BOJ, BOK, RBA.Work closely with Risk team.Qualifications:Direct experience and proven track record in proprietary trading across Japan, Korea, or Australia interest rate markets, with strong focus on government bonds and bond futures.Strong quantitative and analytical skillsStrong collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency with trading platforms and financial software.Fluent English

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