A Career with Point72’s Asia Trading Desk
The Asia Trading Desk is responsible for providing best execution of asset classes – mainly equities, futures, and FX – across all major Asian markets for our long/short investment teams globally.
What you’ll do
- Execute trades for Asia based portfolio managers through broker sponsored algorithms, broker cash desks, dark pool, and DMA facilities
- Monitor price movements, volume, and trading flows for stocks in the portfolios
- Maintain strong broker relationships
- Book trades and monitor portfolios for accuracy
- Liaise with trading assistants, Operations, Compliance and Risk to resolve any issues
What’s required
- 3+ years of experience working as an equities trader with a deep understanding of equities trading
- minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5/4.0 if less than 5 years of experience)
- Understanding of broker-sponsored algorithms, broker cash desks, dark pools, and DMA facilities is advantageous
- Knowledge of the structure of the major Asian equity markets
- Fluency with trading technology, execution management systems, and order management systems
- Strong analytical skills and very detail oriented
- Degree in finance, math, engineering, or related field
- Clear and articulate verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely
- A commitment to the highest ethical standards
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to work cooperatively with all levels of employees
We take care of our people
We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide:
- Health care benefits
- Generous parental and family leave policies
- Mental and physical wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Non-profit matching gift program
- Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community
- Tuition assistance
- Competitive retirement program
About Point72
Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/working-here.
