Purpose of role

The candidate will be a fixed income specialist on the dealing desk and responsible for achieving superior trade execution on client orders, with an active role in managing new issues being rolled out in the market. 

Core accountabilities

There will be constant interaction with private bankers to provide market colour to meet clients’ trading needs. The candidate will, through his/her continuous input on process improvements & problem resolution skills, guide the team to ensure trading/operational risks are addressed. He/She will need to keep abreast of upcoming primary issues and optimise the business flow by cultivating and achieving the best relationship with the bank and external brokers.  

Supervisory responsibilities

As a senior trader, the candidate will be responsible for the asset class coverage over the Asian region. He/She will demonstrate a high level of product knowledge and lead by example, guide other fixed income traders by sharing market experience/information and keeping abreast of industry trends. 

Key clients (internal and external)

While paying attention to the requirements of the front office, counterparties are also an integral part of the price discovery process. A balance must be struck to achieve the bank’s interests while maintaining a professional relationship across all counterparties. Through regular contact and trading relationship, counterparties will be constantly reviewed to ensure that the best level of service is offered. The business is dependant on the ability to maintain and develop the working relationship across global dealing desks in Geneva & Glasgow. This will be achieved by productive contribution of market intelligence and local business flow information via regular interaction with the regional product champion.

Role requirements

This role will fit a passionate, highly driven team player with leadership qualities to drive the business to greater heights. The work environment will be fast paced and at times, stressful. The candidate should be able to handle these situations and expected to have a keen eye for detail, target zero error rates, highlight potential risk areas, and strive to improve processes and procedures. He/She should be backed by a broad execution background, including electronic trading, and resourcefulness in seeking out the best counterparties for liquidity and pricing to meet the business needs. 

Interested suitably qualified candidates, please send your CV in confidence to csim@morganmckinley.com & only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.