Fixed Income Proprietary Trader – APAC

6 days ago

Singapore Mamoru Full time $120,000 - $240,000 per year

Location: Singapore

AP Capital is a diversified global investment firm trading across equities, commodities, FX, and fixed income (bonds, credit & rates). We employ market-neutral strategies to reduce market volatility exposure and deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns. Our aim is to enhance liquidity and long-term capital efficiency.

We are expanding our Macro Rates team and are looking for a Proprietary Trader with deep expertise in Japan, Korea, and Australia interest rate markets. This role will drive our proprietary trading strategies in rates and bond futures across these key Asia-Pacific markets.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute proprietary trading strategies in Japan (JGBs), Korea (KTBs), and Australia (ACGBs) rates markets, including bond futures, interest rate swaps, and options.
  • Conduct detailed macroeconomic, interest rate, and cross-market analysis to identify trading opportunities in Asia-Pacific rates markets.
  • Manage a trading book with disciplined risk oversight, ensuring consistent P&L generation and compliance with internal and regulatory guidelines.
  • Monitor market movements and dynamically adjust trading strategies in response to BOJ, BOK, and RBA policy decisions, as well as global macro trends.
  • Collaborate closely with research, risk, and other traders to refine trading approaches and enhance market insights.
  • Maintain deep knowledge of interest rate derivatives, bond futures, and associated liquidity and hedging dynamics in Japan, Korea, and Australia.
Qualifications:
  • Minimum 3 years of proprietary trading experience in Japan, Korea, or Australia interest rate markets, with strong focus on government bonds and bond futures.
  • Proven track record in rates and derivatives trading with consistent risk-adjusted returns.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills; degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (CFA, FRM) are a plus.
  • Proficiency with trading platforms and financial software.
  • Strategic thinker with ability to interpret complex macroeconomic and market data.
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Business-level English required; Japanese or Korean proficiency highly desirable.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
  • Access to a dedicated macro trading platform with strong support infrastructure.
  • Career growth opportunities within a focused, high-performance, and collaborative team.

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