Credit Trader

1 month ago


Singapore Optiver Full time
Job Title: Credit Trader

At Optiver, we're passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. We're seeking a highly skilled and motivated Credit Trader to drive the development and build our Fixed Income desk in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Trade a broad range of corporate bonds, including both investment-grade and high-yield, across Asian and/or US markets (Asia hours).
  • Develop and execute trading strategies to capitalize on market inefficiencies, liquidity imbalances, and risk management opportunities.
  • Work closely with research, analytics, and technology teams to integrate data-driven insights into trading strategies and enhance market-making capabilities.
Requirements:
  • Strong experience trading corporate bonds (investment-grade and high-yield) with a deep understanding of Asian and/or US (Asia hours) credit markets.
  • Proven track record of profitability and risk management in credit trading, with the ability to generate and execute high-conviction trading ideas.
  • Strong risk management capabilities with experience managing positions across credit markets and implementing effective hedging strategies.
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data and analytics to inform trading decisions.
  • Deep knowledge of credit spreads, macroeconomic factors, sector-specific developments, and corporate earnings that impact the corporate bond market.
  • Familiarity with trading systems, analytics platforms, and electronic trading platforms used in credit markets. Experience working with quants and technology teams to improve trading performance is a plus.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams, including trading, research, technology, and risk.
  • Experience working in a global trading environment, with an understanding of both local and international credit markets.
  • Familiarity with electronic trading platforms such as Bloomberg, MarketAxess, or Tradeweb.
What We Offer:
  • The chance to work alongside diverse, intelligent, and driven peers in a rewarding environment
  • Competitive remuneration, including an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements
  • Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities
  • Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages
  • Daily breakfast and lunch
  • Regular social events including an annual company trip
  • A work-from-home allowance and support
  • Guided relocation, a competitive relocation package and visa sponsorship where necessary.

We believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We're passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.



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