Volatility Trader Role
The role of a Volatility Trader involves utilizing advanced technology and sophisticated strategies to trade across major financial markets. With a strong presence in the APAC region, specifically in Sydney, our Equity Options desk is a fast-growing part of the business.
This position requires a deep understanding of options Greeks, volatility surfaces, and market microstructure. You will run and develop equity options trading strategies across key APAC single stocks using both personal insights and team research and tools.
* You will collaborate closely with quant researchers, software engineers, and execution specialists to optimize pricing, hedging, and risk management.
* Making real-time trading decisions based on market dynamics, volatility, and flow is a critical aspect of this role.
* You will contribute to the evolution of the equity options trading desk, from strategy refinement to new market expansion.
* Additionally, you will mentor junior traders and share expertise to strengthen the team as a whole.
Required Skills and Experience:
* 5+ years of experience managing an equity options book focused on the Hong Kong market at a trading firm, bank, or market maker.
* A strong track record of profitability in directional or volatility-based strategies is essential.
* A confident, fast decision-maker with a solid risk framework and entrepreneurial mindset is required.