Trader - Senior Analyst - Global Capital Markets (FX/Rates) - Singapore

Role Overview

Validus Risk Management’s Global Capital Markets team handles a very large volume of derivatives activity every year, with annual transaction flow exceeding half a trillion dollars across FX, rates, equities, and commodities. The team supports a broad institutional client base, including leading private equity firms, credit investors, and real asset managers.

The Capital Markets function operates from London, Toronto, and Singapore, delivering outsourced front-, middle-, and back-office services to private capital managers, institutional investors, and corporate clients. This role focuses on FX spot, forwards, swaps, and options pricing and execution across multiple trading channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Track client positions through the company’s proprietary RiskView platform.
• Prepare market commentary and insights for clients.
• Draft trade requests for senior traders.
• Make sure trade records are captured accurately when needed.
• Monitor FX and rates markets to help clients manage exposure risk proactively.
• Ensure best execution standards and trading procedures are followed for every deal.
• Maintain relationships with counterparties such as banks and dealers.
• Support ad hoc projects and other related tasks assigned by the Department Head.

Candidate Profile

The preferred candidate will have 3 to 5 years of professional trading experience in a relevant area, with FX experience being especially valuable. Strong exposure to Asian markets and Asian currencies is important. Familiarity with electronic FX platforms such as FXall, FXConnect, and Bloomberg is an advantage.

Applicants should bring excellent attention to detail, strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to present information clearly. A genuine interest in FX markets and macroeconomic drivers is expected, along with a proactive mindset suited to an entrepreneurial environment focused on continuous improvement.

A postgraduate or undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, economics, engineering, mathematics, or statistics is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including salary and bonus
• Pension contributions
• Regular social events
• Train ticket loans
• Financial assistance for professional qualifications

Employer Information

Validus Risk Management is an independent, technology-enabled advisory firm focused on managing FX, interest rate, and other market risks. The firm works with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to build and implement strategies for measuring, managing, and monitoring financial market risk through a combination of specialist consulting, trade execution, and risk technology.

The company offers opportunities for personal development and career growth, with the goal of becoming the leading specialist provider of financial market risk services globally. Validus is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Additional Information

No applicant count, application deadline, start date, or vacancy number was specified in the source.