VP, Trader - Treasury

Vice President, Global Markets Trading (FX / Interbank) – Treasury
We are representing a well-established international financial institution with a strong presence in regional markets, currently seeking an experienced FX Trader to join its Global Markets team in Kuala Lumpur.
This role offers hands-on responsibility across G10 FX trading, client flow management, and regional currency exposure, with the opportunity to expand into FX options trading over time.

Key Responsibilities
G10 FX Trading & Alpha Generation (Core Focus)
  • Execute and manage G10 FX spot and forward trading strategies, contributing directly to desk P&L.
  • Generate alpha through disciplined risk‑taking, market positioning, and flow‑based opportunities
  • Manage and hedge client FX flows, ensuring competitive pricing and optimal risk transfer.
Regional Currency Exposure
  • Support trading activity in regional currencies, including MYR spot flow, as part of a collaborative trading desk
  • Ensure efficient execution of internal and external flows and smooth daily trading operations
FX Options (Development Area)
  • Support basic FX options activities, including pricing support and risk monitoring
  • Work closely with senior traders to develop expertise in volatility, skew, and options risk across G10 and regional currencies
Risk Management & Governance
  • Monitor real-time risk exposures across spot, forward, and options positions
  • Ensure strict adherence to internal risk limits, VaR thresholds, and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain high standards of governance and market conduct
Market Strategy & Collaboration
  • Stay closely aligned with global macro, interest rate developments, and geopolitical themes impacting FX markets
  • Translate market views into actionable trading and flow strategies
  • Work closely with sales, research, and risk teams to deliver effective pricing and deepen client relationships.
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline
  • 8–10 years of experience in FX trading, with strong focus on G10 spot and forward markets
  • Proven track record of alpha generation and disciplined risk management
  • Experience managing client flow and delivering pricing solutions
  • Exposure to FX options with a willingness to deepen expertise
  • Knowledge of regional FX markets is advantageous.
  • Proficiency with trading platforms such as Bloomberg or Refinitiv.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across trading, sales, and risk functions
  • Valid PPKM certification is required; CFA or FRM is an added advantage.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced FX trader looking to deepen your interbank exposure within a stable yet dynamic trading environment, please apply via the portal or reach out for a confidential discussion:
Email: ajay.madhukar@hays.com.my
Call / WhatsApp: +60 16 295 7867

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
Malaysia
Specialism
Banking and Financial Services
Ref:
1286172

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Ajay Madhukar, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Kuala Lumpur
Level 26, Menara 3, Petronas

Telephone: +60162957867

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