Senior Trader, Global Markets

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute trades and provide market-making services in MYR FX spot, rates, bonds, and term interest rate instruments.
• Deliver competitive pricing to the bank's clients locally and internationally, and engage with brokers and interbank counterparties to generate trading revenue.
• Develop and implement MYR FX trading strategies in collaboration with the FX strategist and Sales team.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with onshore and offshore counterparties to enhance risk distribution and deepen the bank's MYR liquidity pool.
• Provide timely and insightful market information to internal stakeholders and clients, supporting informed decision-making and client servicing.

• Coordinate with traders across regional IRFX desks to support cross-Asian currency pairs, offering differentiated services to Malaysian clients and expanding the bank's FX footprint.

• Maintain proactive communication with local regulators to ensure transparency and regulatory alignment.
• Collaborate closely with the local ALMT (Asset and Liability Management Team) on daily operations and act as a backup when required.

• Uphold the highest standards of ethics, compliance, and fairness in all trading activities.
• Ensure full adherence to regulatory requirements and contribute to the bank's operational permanent control framework.
• Maintain open communication with support functions including Risk, Compliance, and Operations.

• Mentor junior traders, providing guidance on trading strategies, market conduct, and professional development.
• Foster a collaborative and performance-driven culture within the trading team.
• Support knowledge sharing and contribute to the continuous improvement of desk capabilities.

Key Requirements:

• Must hold a valid PPKM (Persatuan Pasaran Kewangan Malaysia) license as an authorized dealer.
• Maintain PPKM licensing as an ERP (Employee Registered Person) with the Securities Commission by fulfilling CPE (Continuing Professional Education) requirements.
• Strong understanding of MYR markets, FX trading strategies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills