Global Banking & Markets, Volatility and Exotics Trader, Analyst, Tokyo

Job DescriptionGlobal Banking & MarketsOur core value is building strong relationships with our institutional clients, which include corporations, financial service providers, and fund managers. We help them buy and sell financial products on exchanges around the world, raise funding, and manage risk. This is a dynamic, entrepreneurial team with a passion for the markets, with individuals who thrive in fast-paced, changing environments and are energized by a bustling trading floor. APAC Volex Trading is responsible for market making in a wide range of interest rate option products, including swaptions and other exotic instruments.

In addition to Asian G3 currencies (JPY, AUD, and NZD), the team also covers other major G10 currencies, including USD and EUR. Our clients are primarily institutional investors, encompassing a diverse range of entities such as banks, securities firms, insurance companies, asset managers, hedge funds, and corporations. Key ResponsibilitiesManaging risks of existing portfoliosMarket making for new transactionsDeveloping and marketing new productsImproving various trading and pricing toolsCoordinating with Strategists, Sales, Structuring, Federation, and other teams to refine strategies and drive business initiatives.

Required QualificationsRelevant Master's degree in a quantitative field with an excellent academic recordMinimum 1 year experience in sell-side derivative tradingKnowledge of risk management, trade execution, and derivative modelsAbility to thrive and perform in challenging, high-pressure environmentsAttention to detailExcellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to perform highly in a teamStrong problem-solving skills with a keen ability to think critically in evolving market conditionsStrong technical/analytical/quantitative skillsSolid work ethic and high level of motivationPreferred QualificationsProficiency in Japanese is a plusPrior experience on an interest rate options desk