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

GQR is the Global Quantitative Finance search specialist. We operate globally and leverage our extensive relationships to unite the most talented people with the most intellectually and financially rewarding career opportunities globally.

A list of March’s most urgent hires:

APAC FX Strategist– HONG KONG| FX, Currencies , Foreign Exchange , FX , Yen , HKD , SND , Strategy , Strategist , Research , Macro , Macroeconomics , Economics ,  Sell Side , Publication , Hong Kong , Asia, Trading Strategy , Idea Generation

A leading IB is looking to aggressively expand its FX Strategy desk. The investment bank is looking to add an exceptional FX Strategist to their renowned Global FX group. The Strategist will be experienced in developing strategies across Asian currencies at a leading financial institution.

Preparing forecasts/trade strategies/ideas for clients

Analyze flow data and its impact on currency

Analyze key trends in financial markets-bonds, currencies and equities using trend/detrend method                                                                                                             

Associate–VP level, Local Market FX forwards / NDF’s trader, CNY Trader, CNH Fixed Income Trader, Non-deliverable forward trader, Emerging Asian Market Trader, Hong Kong

We are working with leading investment bank who are looking to add a trader in Hong Kong to join their currency trading business. Candidates should have strong academic backgrounds and already have experience trading in Asia. The role will consist of trading in the local Asian currencies with a focus on CNH and CNY products. Also traded will be other FX forwards and NDF’s too. The successful candidate is likely to come from a top tier institution and already have experience in the local Asian market currency markets. Traders who have exposure to G10 markets will see be of interest too. Fluency in Mandarin is a distinct advantage.  The seat will be one of the major P and L generators for next year and beyond so this is a key hire. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing FX trading business desk at a leading investment bank.

Commodities Quantitative Analyst     –    Front office Commodities Quant Analytics A-PAC    -   Leading Analytics Commodities Group Investment Bank   -    Hong Kong, Asia

A deep pool of experienced and talented quantitative professionals underpins every aspect of this leading investment banks A-PAC commodities quant business from the pricing of models to the quantitative trading of oil, gas and power.

With this in mind, this role offers an incredible opportunity to perpetuate your career into the upper sphere of quantitative analytics within commodities.

Locations:  Hong Kong, Asia

The role:

• Expert Quant pricing and modeling commodities models with particular emphasis on gas, oil and power.

• Modeling: expanding the existing, current and new libraries at every stage.

• Full interaction alongside quants, risk, and traders.

• Growing emphasis on quantitative pricing as A-PAC markets evolve.

Algotihmic Trading Developer, Development, IT/Quant, Systematic Trading, Financial Engineering, Statistical Arbitrage, IT Development

Algorithmic Trading Developer (JAVA, C, C++, C#)

A fantastic opportunity for an Algorithmic Trading Developer who will be responsible for developing trade logic that automates the trading process. The firm has developed their own state-of-the-art framework for accessing and trading markets all over the world. Working in the fast changing trading world will require you to maintain a constant balance between pragmatism and a focus on long term sustainable solutions. You’ll be working in a demanding environment with plenty of challenges and accompanying rewards.

The ideal candidate meets the following profile:

Education

•   Academic background, preferably with a focus in Software, Engineering, Science or Mathematics

Experience and Skills

Basic Requirement

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

•   Understanding of the business requirements for trading systems

•   Proficient in English

•   Korean Speaking

Team Desk Head Position for UAE Senior Private Banker |Dubai | Manager, UHNW, HNW, CRM, Private Wealth

Due to a recent depart; a European wealth institution is looking to bring in a experienced private banker to run a onshore desk in the Dubai office. Working closely with senior management, the role involves managing a team of experienced private bankers whilst continually developing his/her personal portfolio to still play an active role in the growth of the desk.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a core team of experienced Middle Eastern/UAE focused private bankers

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

• 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 key clients on your own, or with other members of the team.

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While a resume is preferable we also welcome tentative enquiries from well-qualified persons. To speak with an agent please contact one of our regional offices using the contact details listed below. Utmost confidentiality and discretion is assured.

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