Quantitative Risk Analyst
Eclipse Trading is one of Asia's leading proprietary derivatives trading firms. Founded in 2007, we have over 100 employees across 4 office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, Shanghai and Chicago. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several Asian markets and although we mainly specialise in equity derivatives, we also trade delta one, ETFs, commodity derivatives, and crypto currency products. Technology is inextricably linked to our trading strategies, creating an environment powered by intellectual curiosity, problem solving, and innovation.
The successful candidate will be part of our global Trading and Risk team based in Hong Kong. This is an onsite role and the role will report into the Risk Manager based in Hong Kong.
Responsibilities
- Identify, assess and monitor risks related to the firm’s trading activities
- Assist in the development and maintenance of our market risk framework, and policy documentations
- Collaborate with Compliance to enhance quantitative analytics and strategies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in various jurisdictions
- Maintain active dialogue with the trading team regarding trading and hedging strategies, risk presentation and limit compliance
- Produce ad-hoc reports or conduct analytical works for traders and management
What you offer
- 1 - 2 years of risk management experience gained in a bank or proprietary trading firm
- Solid programming skills, with experience of statistical analysis techniques and numerical implementations
- Familiarity in Python, SQL, and other programming languages
- Ability to work under pressure with self-motivation and independence
- Ability to meet commitments and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent command of spoken and written English is a must
- Candidate must have strong fundamentals in financial options theory
What we offer
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment
- A flat management structure, where everyone's voice is valued
- Work life balance within a multi-cultural environment
- Attractive benefits package with discretionary bonus
Eclipse Trading is an equal opportunity employer and we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential pillars of our success as a company. We are dedicated to embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential.
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Due to the high number of responses that we receive, we are only able to respond to successful applicants.
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Why Work With Us
Eclipse Trading is one of Asia's leading proprietary derivatives trading firms. Founded in 2007, we have over a 100 staff across three office locations – Hong Kong (our HQ), Sydney, and Shanghai. Our trading expertise and strategies are deployed across several Asian markets and although we mainly specialise in equity derivatives, we also trade delt
