SVP/VP, Exotic Equity Derivatives Trader & Structurer, Treasury and Markets

Business Function

As a leader in treasury operations, DBS extends a broad range of capabilities in foreign exchange and derivatives, money market and securities trading, to corporations and financial institutions. DBS trades in a comprehensive product range, including foreign exchange, as well as interest rates and derivatives. Treasury & Markets (T&M) provides total solutions to serve DBS clients' hedging and investment needs with a regional emphasis. We have a strong record in providing innovative wealth management solutions to our individual investors. We are a leader in SGD and regional products with an excellent, customer-driven research capability and with cutting-edge risk management technology and systems.

Responsibilities:

• Risk manage exotic equity derivative positions arising from structured products
• Manage risk positions using a combination of equities, futures, options and other financial derivatives
• The role will involve trading the US market during New York market hours, and familiarity with trading the US market is an advantage
• Design and structure suitable solutions for different customer segments, translating customer requirements into meaningful solutions
• Work with sales and other business partners to price and structure products suitable for customer needs
• Field queries from stakeholders, and provide clear, accurate and unambiguous answers
• The candidate would also be expected to be heavily involved in the design and build of the trading platform, and drive the evolution of the business
• Additionally, there will be day to day administrative responsibilities that have to be performed, optimised or automated

Requirements:

• 8-10 years prior experience trading or structuring equity derivatives. Experience doing both is an advantage. Candidates without required experience in either will not be considered and need not apply
• Experience should preferably be current to be relevant. Candidates with non-current experience will be at a disadvantage to candidates with current experience
• Candidate should ideally have qualified for the pre-requisites for RNF registration with MAS, in order to be effective from day one
• Competent understanding of exotic options pricing is essential to perform the job effectively
• Familiarity with working with Murex would be an advantage but not necessary
• A math, science or engineering degree would help demonstrate but not prove numerical aptitude. A quick mind would be an advantage in this fast paced environment
• Candidates with strong communication and interpersonal skills will be at a distinct advantage
• Integrity is vital to this role, and candidates with a pre-disposition to circumventing rules and regulations should not apply

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognises your achievements.