Execution Trader
Location: Abu Dhabi or Singapore
Sector: Hedge Fund / Systematic Trading
Employment Type: Permanent
The Firm
A leading global hedge fund and alternative investment manager is looking to hire an Execution Trader to join its growing Systematic Macro platform.
The firm manages significant institutional capital globally and operates across multiple asset classes, including Fixed Income, FX, Equities, Commodities and Volatility. With a global presence across major financial centres, the business combines fundamental investment expertise with sophisticated systematic and quantitative trading capabilities.
The successful candidate will join a highly collaborative trading environment and work closely with Portfolio Managers, Quantitative Researchers, Technology and Operations teams.
The Role
The Execution Trader will sit within the Systematic Macro team and report into the Head of Central Execution.
The role will focus on delivering high-quality execution across multiple asset classes, supporting systematic trading strategies and continuously improving execution processes, technology and trading outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Execute orders for systematic macro strategies across Rates, FX, Volatility and Commodities.
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Deliver high-quality execution across both electronic and voice trading venues.
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Ensure best execution principles are consistently maintained.
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Work closely with Systematic Portfolio Managers, Quant Researchers and Technology teams to support efficient strategy implementation.
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Monitor live orders and market conditions, identifying opportunities to improve execution quality and reduce transaction costs.
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Maintain a strong understanding of market microstructure, liquidity dynamics and execution workflows.
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Independently monitor global markets and proactively manage execution risks.
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Take ownership of execution decisions within defined risk parameters and escalate issues when required.
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Ensure accurate and timely trade execution while maintaining robust operational controls.
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Work closely with Operations, Middle Office, Risk and Technology teams across the trade lifecycle.
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Provide execution expertise during the testing and rollout of new execution platforms and workflow changes.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, liquidity providers, exchanges and execution counterparties.
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Support the continuous improvement of execution processes and trading analytics.
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Contribute to the development of the firm's execution framework through data-driven analysis and process improvements.
The scope of the role will evolve alongside the growth and requirements of the Systematic Macro platform.
Working Environment
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Market coverage will generally align with global macro trading hours.
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Flexibility may be required around major economic releases and significant market events.
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Occasional extended hours may be required during periods of heightened market volatility.
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Weekend testing, platform upgrades or project implementation may occasionally be required.
Candidate Profile
Essential Experience
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5+ years' experience in an execution trading role within a global macro or systematic investment environment.
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Experience executing across multiple asset classes, ideally including Rates, FX, Volatility and Commodities.
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Experience supporting systematic Portfolio Managers or Quantitative Trading teams.
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Strong understanding of market microstructure and electronic execution.
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Ability to operate independently with strong judgement and risk awareness.
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Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast-moving global markets.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Demonstrated ability to identify execution improvements and optimise trading workflows.
Desirable Experience
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Experience within a leading hedge fund or systematic asset manager.
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Experience working closely with Quantitative Researchers and Technology teams.
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Knowledge of Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) and execution performance analytics.
Technical & Business Skills
Essential
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Strong understanding of institutional execution workflows and market conventions.
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Experience using institutional OMS and EMS platforms.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret trading and execution data.
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Advanced Excel skills.
Desirable
Experience with platforms such as:
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Bloomberg
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Tradeweb
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MarketAxess
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FlexTrade
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Comparable institutional execution platforms
Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
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An entrepreneurial and commercial mindset.
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Self-motivation and the ability to operate independently.
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Strong ownership and accountability.
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Confidence to make informed execution decisions.
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Excellent attention to detail.
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Ability to make accurate decisions under pressure.
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Strong organisation and prioritisation skills.
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Excellent problem-solving ability.
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A continuous improvement mindset.
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