***GQR | APAC Quant Vacancies – August 2012*** recruitment

Senior Algorithmic Trading Developer (C++) – Hong Kong

One of the world's largest systematic hedge funds is seeking a talented and experienced front office C++ developer. The ideal candidate will be placed within their systematic trading technology team which is responsible for the development and support of the technology infrastructure across APAC.

Experience and skills

This job requires the following:

• At least 6 years’ experience with C++

• Have in-depth understanding of object-oriented principles and design concepts as well as the ability to apply them in solving problems and building products.

• Understanding and experience in design in multi-threaded applications

• Demonstrated ability to rapidly produce prototypes for new or improved workflows

• Experience with multi-threaded, multi-tier applications

• Experience with parallel computing and/or high volume 

FX Global Macro/CTA and Tactical Asset Allocation Portfolio Manager- Hong Kong,

My client, a leading FX hedge fund is looking to continue its expansion in the Systematic portfolio management space due to continued success over the past decade. This presents the opportunity for an experienced portfolio manager with their own systematic strategies to join a renowned hedge fund with an exceptional reputation. The role requires development of FX strategies in a global macro/CTA style and the successful candidate will be given full responsibility for the CTA space. As such, the ideal candidate will have an ambitious nature and will be looking for a chance to leverage their experience so far to establish themselves as an integral member of a recognised market leading hedge fund and move into a business critical role. The position therefore requires a high level of technical expertise and experience developing and managing systematic strategies at least up to VP level. The ideal candidate will have a passion for systematic investing, highlighted by their experience so far as well as their academic background. This role offers the chance to work in a unique environment with cutting edge infrastructure as well as stability of a hedge fund with a very strong reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Exceptional Programming Languages- C++, MATLAB, SQL.

• Strong academic background, with a deep knowledge of financial theory

• Experience developing systematic CTA/Global Macro Strategies

• Excellent developing systematic/ CTA platform is highly advantageous

• Advanced knowledge of Asian FX markets

• Exceptional knowledge of Tactical Asset Allocation methodology

This is an exceptional opportunity to work in an industry leading group and will offer the chance to build a long term career with an exceptionally competitive salary package.

Exotic Equities Quantitative Analyst   –   Associate-VP -   US Tier 1 Investment Bank   -   Hong Kong

For those with the relevant skill-set, an influential role as a quant analyst in the equities space, this offers major positives or advantageous incentives:

The role:

• Pricing and Modeling of Equities models and products (exotics, derivatives, structured products and equities/rates hybrids)

• 360 degrees of modeling – expanding the existing, current and new libraries at every stage

• Taking a progressive leadership responsibilities in the team

• Working entirely in their Front Office alongside quants trade specialists within the Pan Asia space

• Support traders, research strategies and quantitative ideologies to a large degree

• Working with complex products, progressively closely with traders playing a greater role in determining their strategies and performance that will impact PL

• Communicate and express complicated methodologies and theories to both senior Quants and senior traders

• Emphasis on prototype modeling over desk support

Requirements:

• An excellent quantitative PhD/MSc from a top school in a very quant focused thesis: Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Statistics Probability, Engineering etc

• Ideally a very strong ability or knowledge to price and model within Equities or Commodities

• Ideally an extensive command of either C++, Java, Slang etc.

• Experience in Long-dated FX and a background in rates would certainly be of interest

• Will consider those with physical market experience

• Existent exposure to Equities, Hybrids or FICC quantitative experience would be considered by the group and progression with the role i.e. 2-7 years front office experience.

Client Relationship Manager/ Front Office Private Banker | South and Central American Markets |Singapore | Offshore, UHNW, HNW, Private Wealth, International, LatAm

A US institution (with over USD 2billion AUM) is looking to bring in a experienced private banker in the international team in the private banking division. They are keen to speak with individuals who are currently focusing on a Latin American region. They are especially interested in networks from the central regions of Mexico, Venezuelan, Colombia and southern cone markets of Argentina, Chile and Uruguay. The position will involve managing part of a existing portfolio but will involve transferring and prospecting further clients to add to the AUM and drive the revenue generated. The international desk is the most prominent in Asia and covers a mixed geographical client focus of West European; CIS/CEE and Middle Eastern HNW/UHNW clients booked though Singapore.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze the wealth structure and needs of new clients and existing clients.

• You will realistically be asked to transfer or acquire over USD 50m NNA, although this figure will depend upon salary and revenue generated.

• Assisting with the compiling of investment proposals and solutions depending on the goals fixed, clients' assets and the chosen investment policy.

• Following up on existing client relationships and responding to client requests.

• Meet legal and regulatory requirements through effective co-ordination with risk and compliance colleagues.

• Checking on the situation of portfolios and monitoring commitments.

• Meeting prospects and clients on your own, or with other members of the team.

Profile:

• Significant experience in the private banking industry

• Formal qualifications (university or other recognized banking or financial degree).

• A proven track record in client advising and acquisition success + Established network or portfolio which is able to book assets within Singapore

• The capability to take responsibility for costs and results.

• The know-how to ensure that your team's client portfolios of investments meet legal and regulatory requirements through effective co-ordination with risk and compliance colleagues.

• The ability to deliver against agreed Key Performance Indicators.

VP - FX / electronic broker – electronic FX sales – World leading brokerage - ecommerce – Singapore

My client is looking to fill a VP level role within the electronic FX sales team.  The role would require excellent communication skills and strong knowledge of APAC markets.  The successful candidate will have a strong track record of delivering high PnL and have a good history of building client relationships within FX markets.

Candidates will be responsible for increasing sales revenues and hitting PnL targets predominantly for Singapore, HK and Chinese clients, covering institutions, hedge funds and corporate clients.  The role will cover both derivatives and spot products.

Requirements:

• Proven track record within electronic / ecommerce sales

• Experience within the APAC region, with a solid understanding of Asian markets

• Excellent communications skills and demonstratable record of building client relationships.

• A minimum of 3 years experience within FX sales trading.

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