About Deriv
Deriv, a leading player in the online trading industry, is on a mission to make trading accessible to anyone, anywhere. For 25 years, our innovative products and services have attracted a dedicated customer base of more than 2.5 million people worldwide.
A career at Deriv will give you the opportunity to join a Platinum-accredited Investors in People (IIP) organisation and a certified Great Place to Work® (GPTW), joining a global team of more than 1,400 exceptional professionals across 22 offices. Join us on our mission to shape the future of online trading and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in the financial markets.
To find out more about life at Deriv, check out our careers page at https://eu.deriv.com/careers/.
Your new career awaits in Singapore!
As a Senior Trading Analyst at Deriv, you will be based at our dynamic new office in Singapore. Strategically situated in this regional financial hub, our Singapore office is home to a team of bright trading minds, dedicated to making Deriv everyone’s first choice for trading CFDs. This vibrant and stimulating environment will provide unparalleled opportunities for professional growth.
Imagine yourself at the core of Deriv’s global trading operations, where you will play an executive role in analysing market trends and making strategic decisions that impact our trading and business operations. You will leverage risk metrics and advanced mathematical and financial methods to gain insights into customer trading behaviour and risk limits. Drawing on your expertise in financial markets, financial products, and macroeconomics, you will take ownership of projects aimed at pioneering new products and platforms. We are seeking an individual who can drive ambitious ideas into reality, pushing our boundaries and setting new industry standards.
Singapore’s unique blend of modern innovation and rich cultural heritage provides the perfect backdrop for those seeking a balanced and fulfilling career. Join us in Singapore to influence the trading experience of over two million clients around the globe and be at the forefront of shaping Deriv’s future in a city that never stops evolving.
Your challenges and mission
● Drive innovation in the trading ecosystem, often against resistance. Push boundaries to implement transformative solutions that propel Deriv's success.
● Ensure flawless product launches in a high-stakes environment. Rigorously test and integrate new products with existing risk management systems, ensuring there are no loopholes and always asking, "What can go wrong?"
● Optimise liquidity in fluctuating market conditions. Build and maintain critical relationships with providers to negotiate the best trading conditions and resolve issues when execution is challenging.
● Solve complex, time-sensitive issues across multiple departments. Provide expert guidance on intricate trading matters under pressure, collaborating with Customer Service, Compliance, and Marketing.
● Navigate volatile markets to drive growth while managing risks. Balance real-time decisions on risk limits and revenue opportunities.
● Create innovative yet practical risk management tools for diverse products. Collaborate across teams to bridge the gap between innovation and applicability.
● Follow market changes and the global financial and technological landscape. Look for opportunities and use cases that few can foresee, bringing ideas to the table that position the organisation ahead of the competition.
● Maintain a clear head under pressure and take responsibility and credibility for your actions.
● Discover the next trading idea that will increase our volumes, boost our profitability, and manage our risks. Present it with valid arguments and support it with data to sell it to the team and management. Stay on top until the end and drive its success.
Must haves for the role
● University degree in mathematics, finance or any related field
● Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role
● Experience in backtesting analysis and in-depth knowledge of financial markets, financial products, macroeconomics
● Good data analysis skills and knowledge of SQL
● Ability to develop frameworks and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to improve risk coverage and productivity
● Ability to proactively manage projects by identifying shortcomings at an early stage
● Confidence to address a diverse range of audiences, including all levels of management and internal/external stakeholders
● A team-oriented mindset and an enthusiastic approach to new challenges
● A keen interest in business news and market trends
● Exposure to utilising frameworks and risk metrics to investigate any issues
● Excellent spoken and written English skills
What we’ll give you
● Market-based salary
● Exciting work challenges
● Annual performance bonus
● Health benefits
● Casual dress code
● A chance to work with top talent from across the globe (70+ nationalities)
● Ample team-building and bonding activities
● Great overseas travel opportunities
