Quant Trader

My client is a leading, fully automated prop trading firm specialising in systematic alpha research and electronic market-making on numerous exchanges and trading across multiple asset classes and trading venues.

Expanding their footprint in Asia, they are rapidly growing their teams in Hong Kong and are seeking a number of experienced Quant Researchers to join them.

Successful candidates will work with an established team of experienced and successful traders and developers to research and develop new systematic HFT market-making strategies leveraging the firm’s existing technology and infrastructure.
 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• At least 5 years' experience in proprietary trading or market-making environment in any asset class, (Crypto experience highly advantageous).
• Take genuine pride in building solutions using Python, kdb+, R, or C++
• Familiar with machine learning (deep learning), possess innovative research capabilities.
• Experience working in a data-driven research environment with an ability to complete research projects independently.
• Enjoy fast – paced teamwork environment with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and a high attention to detail
• Strong communicator who can think critically and strive for continuous improvement.

My client is a leading global high-performance crypto trading venue focused on top-class and high-performance trading. Built and engineered by crypto traders for crypto traders who seek a top class trading experience with the highest standards of compliance and security. As part of their expansion in Hong Kong they are seeking a Business Operations Manager to spearhead strategic partnerships and influencer engagement in the Chinese-speaking cryptocurrency market. Reporting to the group CEO you will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• Develop key partnerships, engage with influencers, analyse market trends and regulations, and collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product, and compliance teams to ensure aligned and cohesive strategies and to drive growth and innovation.
• Identify, negotiate, and secure partnerships with token projects and other strategic stakeholders in the Chinese-speaking cryptocurrency ecosystem.
• Build a network of advocates that can amplify the brand and drive adoption of the platform, while creating solid relationships that enhance offerings and expand market presence.
• Continuously monitor and analyse market trends, competitive landscape, regulatory environments, and local crypto regulations.
• Represent at industry events, conferences, and in various media

Requirements

• Possesses a deep understanding of the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, particularly in the context of derivatives trading, with a focus on the Chinese-speaking market.
• Strong background in crypto exchange operations, a keen insight into local regulations, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Proven track record of developing strategic partnerships and engaging with influencers or key opinion leaders, preferably within the cryptocurrency sector.
• Adaptable and can thrive in a fast-paced, evolving industry landscape.
• Shows a strong strategic and analytical mindset, capable of understanding complex products and market dynamics.
• Highly capable of articulating value propositions and visions, in both English and Mandarin is essential.

My client is a leading global high-performance crypto trading venue focused on super-efficient and high-performance trading. Built and engineered by crypto traders for crypto traders who seek a top class trading experience with the highest standards of compliance and security. As part of their expansion in Hong Kong they are seeking a User Growth Marketing Lead to build and scale their user growth engine. Reporting to the group CEO you will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• Lead performance marketing, lifecycle marketing, SEO, and organic growth efforts with responsibilities for acquisition, activation, retention, and re-engagement.
• Own performance across paid channels and lifecycle campaigns, setting KPIs and budget allocation to drive scalable, efficient user growth
• Oversee campaign execution and growth experiments, ensuring alignment across marketing, product, and creative teams
• Lead SEO strategy in partnership with content and technical teams to grow qualified organic traffic and visibility
• This is a strategic and hands-on role for a data-driven operator who can switch seamlessly between campaign execution, funnel analysis, and team leadership.
• You will partner closely with Product, BD, and Data engineers to drive initiatives that compound over time and to to optimise user journeys and conversion flows

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years in Growth, Performance, or Lifecycle Marketing, with at least 3 years in a managerial position, with an ability to build and scale marketing teams in a high-growth environment.
• Proven success leading multi-functional growth teams across paid acquisition, CRM, and SEO, preferably in Crypto, FinTech, or Web3.
• Demonstrated ability to manage significant growth budgets and deliver measurable ROI
• Solid understanding of funnel metrics, experimentation frameworks, attribution models, and performance analytics.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Analytics, Amplitude, and Iterable or similar CRM platforms
• Fluency in Mandarin and English is essential.

My client is seeking an experienced Quant Trader to join their Quant Trading team in Hong Kong, responsible for trading and managing risks associated with different crypto products, including Spots and Derivatives. The team develops and implements trading strategies in fast-paced and complex trading environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research/pricing/execution to facilitate hedging by using automated trading infrastructure, monitor and manage risk.
• Working closely with the trading team and related Quant Strats, improve existing strategies and develop new ones
• Simultaneously, identifying new markets/opportunities
• Perform post-trade analysis of strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Quant Dev team(s) to implement trading strategies and system features.

Requirements:

• Master’s, or PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related quantitative analytical field.
• At least 5 years of profitable trading experience on a leading trading desk in a bank, prop shop or market making environment in any asset class.
• Indepth, proven experience in successfully building and managing trades.
• Python skills with a keen interest in further enhancing these skills.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with high attention to detail and excellent organization skills.

My client, a leading regional financial institution, is seeking a Senior Quant Risk Analyst with deep experience in Risk Analytics to join their expanding team in Hong Kong. The team is responsible for providing Governance and Risk guidelines on new product/service launch, methodology changes and model reviews. Reporting to the Head of Quantitative Risk Management, you will be responsible for the following:
 

Responsibilities
 

• Develop, implement, and maintain risk analytical models, particularly VaR/ES Models, to measure and monitor risks across the organisation.
• Analyse and interpret market data to identify trends and potential risks
• Collaborate closely with IT/Quant Development, Risk Management and Business Analysis teams, as well as other stakeholders, to provide risk-related insights on Derivative positions.
• Work hand-in-hand with the overall Risk department to ensure alignment of risk metrics and methodologies across the organisation
• Analyse portfolio risk metrics and conduct stress testing to assess the impact of potential market scenarios on the portfolio, providing regular reports to senior management
• Ensure that the team is regularly producing high-quality documentation in line with organisational standards.

Requirements

• Highly analytical and detail-oriented with a Masters/PhD degree in a Quantitative field (Physics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, etc.)
• Minimum 8 years of experience in financial markets, with hands-on expertise in Derivatives Pricing and Risk modelling.
• Solid Market and/or Liquidity Risk Management experience from a reputable financial institution.
• In-depth understanding of financial and investment products, related risk factors, and trading dynamics
• CPF, CFA, FRM, etc. qualifications are preferred, with excellent Python skills and experience
• Solid communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain complex concepts and manage diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Fluency in English, with Cantonese and Mandarin a great benefit

• Design, implement, and refine on-chain trading strategies, reducing latency to improve tick-to-trade to fill orders.
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trading opportunities, leveraging data from blockchain networks and decentralised exchanges.
• Build real-time, automated trading algorithms that interact directly with smart contracts and decentralised protocols.
• Leverage custom datasets and analytics tooling to guide model development and execution logic.
• Deploy robust risk frameworks to ensure capital efficiency and downside protection in volatile markets. 
• Work closely with other traders, developers, and data scientists to enhance trading models, share insights, and drive collective success.

• Excellent academic record from a highly reputable university, Masters or PhD preferred, in Mathematics, Physics, Operational Research or related fields of study.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in Quantitative Trading, preferably in a market-making or latency-sensitive context. Quant Strats with Delta-Neutral, Delta 1, Vol, and Market Making background are desired too.
• Does not need to be Crypto, but they need to be willing to move into it.
• Strong programming skills in Python and TypeScript, Rust skills and experience will be highly advantageous. A familiarity with Solidity and smart contracts is a plus.
• Curiosity and conviction about crypto and decentralised markets, immediate experience in crypto is a plus, not essential, but a willingness to move into the space is.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and exploiting trading opportunities.
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and evolving market structures, and to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Responsible for all corporate actions while overseeing the daily work of 2 juniors
• Manage trade entry and affirmation process (via PMS), and monitor trade settlements
• Custodian and Prime Broker reconciliations
• Liaise with prime brokers, fund administrator and system vendors on break resolution
• Cash management - margin and collateral, facilitating payments
• Monitor short positions and fulfil disclosure obligations

• Weekly NAV estimates
• Point of liaison with prime brokers and fund administrator
• NAV and P/L review, ensure accuracy of accounting entries against fund administrator
• Checker of monthly fund valuation
• Calculating investor and distributor fee rebates

• Monitor fund capital activities
• Streamline operations process, look for deficiencies and improvements.
• Work along with Risk and Finance on operations control and annual fund audit
• Ad-hoc projects (e.g. investors due diligence, broker onboarding)

• Degree holder in Accounting and Finance or related discipline
• 3-6 years of relevant work experience in Fund Accounting and/or Hedge Fund Operations
• Basic understanding of financial products (Options, Fixed Income, Swaps, NDFs)
• Solid knowledge/experience with PMS systems, proficient in Microsoft Office, with Python skills being highly beneficial
• Highly motivated with a “can do” attitude, ability to multi-task and innovative, with great attention to detail.
• Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin

• Act as the primary Programme Manager and liaison between functional/technical stakeholders, executive leadership, as well as Sales/Pre-Sales, and Delivery teams to ensure transparent communication, alignment on project status, and swift resolution of challenges.
• Actively participate in the full project lifecycle inclusive of presales, requirements analysis, solution design, quality assurance, Integration and user acceptance testing, escalation management.
• Establish and optimize communication frameworks across internal and external stakeholders to ensure clarity, accountability, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive timely and cost-effective delivery of technology solutions, ensuring projects meet agreed milestones and quality targets. Proactively manage risks, issues, and escalations to maintain project momentum.
• Solution-Driven Leadership – Spearhead discussions on new requirements or challenges, working with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and realistic timelines that exceed client expectations.

• 10 – 15 years in IT Project Management – with a track record of leading complex system implementations in a banking or finance environment.
• Proven Project Management expertise (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) with certifications such as PMP, CSPO, CSM, Scaled Agile or equivalent.
• A solid level of experience in SQL for data analysis and system integrations
• Proven ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new systems and architectures
• Proficiency with Cloud and Enterprise technologies (Linux, Windows, SQL), programming skills in C#, and shell scripting, and a familiarity with CI/CD pipelines would be a great advantage.
• Strong client-facing communication skills, and exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities

My client is recruiting for a Senior Project Manager, with solid Blockchain experience and expertise, to join their Hong Kong business to lead complex, large-scale, cross-functional technology initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• You will work in close collaboration with development teams to plan and define project requirements, scop and milestones, closely managing resources, etc. 
• Drive results through cross-functional teams through the whole project lifecycle from initiation, design to launch, applying your strong understanding of blockchain technology throughout. 
• Design and track key metrics and develop technology initiatives with business features, carefully aligning tech and business needs and priorities.
• Facilitate and maintain clear documentation for various audiences.
• Optimise deployment workflows and improve knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Project and/or Program Management experience in a software applications environment.
• University degree in Business , Computer Science, or related field. 
• Solid Blockchain tech and application expertise, with a strong understanding of software development, architecture, and infrastructure.
• Proficient in JIRA and Confluence, PMP, CSM, PSM, or ACP certifications preferred.
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall development methodologies; Scrum Master experience a plus.
• Proven ability to establish processes and drive automation initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, with a honed ability to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders across business units.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to align diverse teams toward common goals.

My client is a leading global FinTech and Blockchain company expanding rapidly in Asia, currently seeking a General Counsel to be based in Hong Kong. This is a global role wherein the successful candidate will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, advising the CEO and the board on legal risks, opportunities, and business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the firm's legal and compliance roadmap in alignment with business objectives, while driving corporate governance. 
• Lead all aspects of M&A, joint ventures, investments, and strategic partnerships. Oversee drafting/review of complex agreements and advise on capital markets, fundraising, and corporate restructuring.
• Manage high-stakes litigation, arbitration, investigations, and disputes and develop strategies to minimize legal exposure and reputational risk.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations data privacy, anti-corruption and industry-specific laws, liaising with regulators representing the firm in regulatory inquiries.
• Oversee contracting, ensuring risk-appropriate terms, and advise on intellectual property, employment law, and cross-border operations.
• Build and lead a high-performing legal team (hiring, mentoring, and developing talent). Optimize legal operations and foster cross-functional collaboration with Finance, HR, and other business teams.

• At least 15 years of legal experience, including minimum 5 years as a GC, Head of Legal, or senior legal leader in a financial institution, multinational corporation, or top-tier law firm.
• LLB/LLM/JD or equivalent with a deep expertise in M&A, JVs, and corporate transactions, litigation and regulatory investigations, and financial regulations Solid experience in managing legal teams, influence C-suite/board decisions, and align legal strategy with business goals.
• A strategic thinker who can balance legal risks with growth objectives and pre-empt legal and business challenges.
• An exceptional negotiator who is decisive under pressure, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Carry out thorough market research, in-depth analyse of financial statements and data and support research on hedge funds across strategies.
• Collect, organize, and analyse financial and/or performance data to support investment strategies and portfolio management.
• Keep abreast of market trends, economic news, and industry developments that may impact investment strategies.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing findings and insights for senior management and investment committees.
• Work closely with senior analysts and portfolio managers to support the investment process and contribute to team discussions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Strong Analytical and Quantitative skills, with a solid understanding of financial concepts and investment principles.
• Excellent in Excel and financial modelling; experience with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Internship experience in finance, investment banking, or asset management will be a bonus, as will familiarity with hedge fund strategies and investment vehicles.
• Fluency in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Cantonese and Mandarin will be an added advantage.

• Design, implement, and support network and telephony infrastructure, including IP telephony, Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Trader Voice (BT/IPC), Cisco Expressway services, voice recording systems, and mobile voice services in the Asia-Pacific region.
• Ensure that Asia-Pacific Network and Telecom services align with business requirements regarding stability, resilience, and performance.
• Monitor voice system performance, capacity, and call quality, optimizing as necessary to maintain high availability and deliver an excellent user experience.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for voice systems, including network diagrams, configurations, and standard operating procedures.
• Implement and manage disaster recovery and business continuity plans for voice infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex voice-related issues and provide timely solutions.
• Manage vendor relationships for voice-related hardware, software, and services.
• Provide technical support and training to end-users on voice systems and features.
• Oversee product lifecycles for voice platforms.
• Ensure the implementation of global standards and best practices across all network infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Provide escalation support and advanced troubleshooting for critical issues on voice platforms.
• Manage regional network project implementations.
• Engineer and streamline operational workflow processes.
• Offer consultations and operational support to business and IT units.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of technical and voice operation experience in investment banking, financial institutions, or large enterprise environments.
• Extensive knowledge of Cisco Call Manager configuration and Cisco Unity.
• Experience with trader voice platforms (e.g., BT ITS platform) and voice recording systems.
• Proficient in TCP/IP, QoS, and VoIP protocols (SIP, H.323, RTP, SRTP).
• Experience with SIP trunking and PSTN connectivity.
• Familiarity with voice security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of QoS (Quality of Service) implementation for voice traffic.
• Regional project implementation experience.
• Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic environment, both individually and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Are you a creative problem-solver with a passion for cybersecurity? We are on the lookout for a highly adaptable Penetration Tester who thrives in dynamic environments. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in identifying and assessing security vulnerabilities across a variety of platforms while collaborating with diverse teams to implement robust security practices.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct Comprehensive Tests: Dive deep into applications, networks, and cloud environments to uncover vulnerabilities.
• Adapt Methodologies: Flexibly adjust your testing strategies to meet evolving project requirements and unique system architectures.
• Communicate Findings: Identify, document, and share actionable insights that align with our business priorities.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with development, infrastructure, and security teams to establish prerequisites and propose innovative remediation strategies.
• Customize Assessments: Tailor security evaluations to bridge technical and business objectives, ensuring effective solutions.
• Stay Ahead of Threats: Keep up with emerging threats and refine your techniques to stay one step ahead.
• Innovate Testing Capabilities: Contribute to the development of custom scripts, tools, or processes that enhance our testing capabilities.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: 3+ years in penetration testing (web, mobile, network, and APIs).
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with tools like Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Nessus Professional, Nmap, and scripting in Python, Bash, or similar languages.
• Creative Problem-Solver: A strong mindset for innovative thinking and adapting to challenges.
• Knowledge of Frameworks: Familiarity with OWASP, NIST, PTES, and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Effective Communication: Ability to deliver clear, risk-based reports and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., OSCP, OSWE, eWPTX) are a plus but not mandatory.

Preferred:

• Flexible: Comfortable pivoting between different projects and methodologies.
• Curious: A proactive attitude toward exploring new vulnerabilities and security enhancements.
• Communicative: An effective communicator who can simplify complex issues and provide practical recommendations.
• Balanced Approach: Able to harmonize security rigor with business needs to ensure optimal outcomes.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and collaboration. If you’re ready to make an impact in the cybersecurity landscape, we want to hear from you!

My client a leading global systematic trading firm is seeking a Head of Execution Trading Asia to be based in Singapore to lead the team responsible for handling trade execution for the firm's strategies in global financial markets.

Responsibilities 

• Be responsible for execution across Equities, FX, Futures and other asset classes
• Lead a team responsible for automated execution flows and pursue improvements to reduce the cost of implementing models
• Advise on algorithmic execution methods for Asia markets through an understanding of the underlying market structure and broker offerings
• Analyse large datasets to guide further automation and refine of execution processes
• Interface directly with portfolio managers, brokers, and senior management, compliance, risk teams, etc.
• Capable of responding quickly in a fast paced and challenging environment
• Create solutions for complex trading problems

Requirements

• Degree in a quantitative or technical field from a top tier institution
• At least 8 years of experience in a similar capacity
• Hands-on experience working with multiple asset classes e.g. electronic equities, FX and Futures trading
• Solid understanding of financial markets - understand how markets work and be able to recommend best in class execution methodology
• Considerable experience in dealing with compliance and local regulatory requirements
• Experience in SQL required, Python coding experience a strong plus