Associate Cross-Asset Trader

Job Description

To provide execution and order placement services to Man’s investment platforms.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory and legal framework: Be aware of and comply with the regulatory and legal framework governing the trader’s activities, including but not limited to market abuse rules
• Processes and Procedures: Know, understand, and comply with Man’s Global Compliance policies and any internal procedures relevant to the trader’s business activities
• Best Execution: Continues to improve processes to ensure that Man meets its best execution obligations for its clients
• Lean/Technology/Tools: Provide trading technology to improve execution tools (TBT) and enhance technology to help automate the trade lifecycle
• Broker-Dealer Evaluation/Review: Overseeing the broker roster and ensuring the proper allocation of trades, taking into account metrics such as broker performance, coverage models, execution research, and overall efficiency
• Operational and Infrastructure Considerations: Ability to review an order list, based on the project manager's recorded instructions, if necessary

Key Skills & Experience

• 1–3 years of trading experience at a financial institution or relevant technical experience
• Advanced skill level – programming languages such as Python, SQS
• Developing an understanding of market microstructure
• A hands-on approach; willing to get involved with technology and projects throughout the firm
• A strong academic record and a degree from a leading university
• Attention to detail and a disciplined approach; able to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to thrive
• Intellectually strong with a keenly analytical approach to problem-solving; curious, entrepreneurial, and innovative, and eager to get involved in technologies and projects across the firm
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across investment management teams and regions; a clear, concise, and transparent communicator
• Team player; collaborative, customer-focused, and results-driven
• Strong proficiency in written and spoken Mandarin
• Willingness to travel and work from our Shanghai office

We offer

A work environment that fosters quality and opportunities. Through learning and development opportunities and ongoing support, you’ll have the chance to grow and develop your talents.