Senior Equities Trader at Northern Trust

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equity trading, Execution trading, Derivatives, FX trading, Market impact minimization, Order management systems, Execution management systems, Aladdin, Triton, Flextrade, Portware, FXall, FX Connect, Python, Snowflake, Data visualization

Industry

Investment Management

Description

About Northern Trust: Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world’s most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced APAC Execution Trader to join our trading team in Hong Kong. Northern Trust Investments is a 1.4 trillion-dollar asset manager with offices around the globe. Our equity trading desk in Hong Kong is one of three execution desks with the other 2 residing in London and Chicago. The equity trade desk is responsible for the execution of equity, futures, and FX across the globe in support of our global asset management business. A successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of the APAC portion of our book of business and interaction with our PM teams located in Hong Kong and Australia. Key Responsibilities Trading & Execution: Execute and monitor trading across APAC equity, FX, and derivatives to achieve stated benchmarks while minimizing slippage. Job Description Executes trades with the goal of minimizing market impact. Ensures that orders are executed fairly and equitably. Apprises portfolio managers and other appropriate parties of relevant information affecting securities prices (e.g. trading volume, corporate actions, etc.). Records, measures, reviews, and analyses trading performance. Responds to client and partner inquiries as needed. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of applicable rules and regulations governing investments and trading. Conducts trading activity in a timely and accurate manner. Monitors relationships between portfolio managers and traders to ensure accurate and acceptable communication and order execution. Follows index constitutions and advises portfolio managers of relevant changes. Maintains broker relationships to achieve portfolio objectives. Years of Experience 7+ years of experience within the trading process in a fiduciary environment, college education strongly preferred and participation in Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) program or MBA program preferred. Competences/Knowledge Knowledge of investment instruments, general industry practices, market structures, execution and measurement techniques, trust trading guidelines, regulatory environment and specific securities laws and regulations. Knowledge of the context in which trading activity occurs (i.e., favorable and unfavorable effects of various transactions on stock price, etc.), acquired through work experience, to execute trades with minimal market impact. Experience with trading order management systems (OMS) and execution management systems (EMS) including Aladdin, Trition, Flextrade, Portware, FXall and FX Connect Technical Skills: Familiarity in Python, Snowflake, or with data visualization software (including Power BI or Tableau) a plus. Product Knowledge: Strong understanding of APAC equity, FX, or structured products. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative. MBA or CFA preferred. Working with Us: As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose. We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater Reasonable accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com. We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people. Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater. Looking for greater? You found it. A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we’ve been named one of the world’s most admired companies. Terms and Conditions Candidate Privacy Notice California Applicant Privacy Notice Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (U.S) Transparency in Coverage Disclosure – North America Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center or call 1-800-807-0302 (North America), +630-276-5353 (Asia Pacific), 1800-425-0333 (India), +44(0)207 982 4357 (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development. Canada EEO STATEMENT Northern Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at Northern Trust are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance. EMEA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development. USA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EEO Know Your Rights (U.S.)

Responsibilities

The Senior Equities Trader will execute APAC equity, FX, and derivative trades to achieve benchmarks while minimizing market impact. They will also maintain broker relationships and provide relevant market information to portfolio managers.