Fixed Income and Derivatives Trader

1 week ago

Singapore Manulife Full time

_Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative workplace with great teams and inspiring leaders? You've come to the right place. We're looking for ambitious people who share our values and want to make every day better for people around the world. If this sounds like you, and the career below sounds exciting, we'd like to hear from you. _

Working Arrangement
Hybrid

The opportunity


The Asia General Account Trading team consists of trading professionals based in Hong Kong and Singapore that primarily supports the trading function of Manulife's Asia General Account's investment portfolio.

The team works closely with the Fixed Income Portfolio Management team and is an integral part of Manulife's investment process and provides market intelligence, investment hedging consultation, trade execution and counterparty management to achieve the objectives.


Responsibilities:

  • Execute fixed income (sovereigns, public credits) and derivatives trades (rates, repos, FX, futures, equity index options) for Asia General Account Investments.
  • Monitor the dynamic risk exposure of the Variable Annuity Hedging programs and execute rebalancing orders.
  • Manage counterparty onboarding and assess broker capabilities to ensure continued market access and liquidity to carry out the objectives.
  • Partner with internal stakeholders (Portfolio Managers, Insurance Lifeco teams, ALM, Risk, Compliance, Operations) to provide solutions.
  • Analyze market trends and share market intelligence to support the overall business.
  • Develop new instruments to strengthen the capabilities.
  • Review and assess the best execution strategy for the programs.

What motivates you?

  • You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.
  • You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.
  • You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.
  • You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.
  • You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.
  • You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for

  • University degree in a quantitative discipline e.g. engineering, math, science or economics / finance.
  • 35 years of experience in a trading/execution capacity. Derivative execution experience is a must.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and manage relationships and partnerships across the organization and with external dealers / counterparties.
  • Ability to think strategically by identifying potential or evolving issues and proactively develop solutions.
  • Ability to combine qualitative business judgement with quantitative analysis / modelling.
  • Successful completion of CFA or other related professional designation is a plus.

What can we offer you?

  • A competitive salary and benefits packages.
  • A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.
  • A focus on growing your career path with us.
  • Flexible work policies and strong worklife balance.
  • Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

  • Valuesfirst culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

  • Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

  • Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

  • Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

  • Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About John Hancock and Manulife
**Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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