Full Time Execution Trader - Execution Research – Systematic Trading Jobs, in Inicio Group Pte Ltd - Maukerja

My client is a leading European systematic investment manager with an established track record in quantitative investing. As part of its continued growth, the firm is seeking an Execution Trader/Execution Reseacher to join its Singapore-based investment team.

Working closely with Portfolio Managers, Quant Researchers and Technology teams, you will play a key role in improving the implementation of systematic trading strategies through execution research, market microstructure analysis and execution optimisation. This is an opportunity to combine live execution, quantitative research and systematic trading within a collaborative, technology-driven investment environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute and optimise the implementation of systematic trading strategies across global markets.
• Conduct quantitative research into market microstructure, liquidity, order flow and execution quality.
• Analyse transaction costs (TCA), market impact and slippage to improve execution performance.
• Develop quantitative models, analytics and execution tools to enhance trading outcomes.
• Research execution signals and algorithms to improve systematic trading strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Portfolio Managers, Quant Researchers and Technology teams to translate research into live trading and execution improvements.

Requirements

• Experience within proprietary trading firms, systematic hedge funds, quantitative investment managers, electronic market makers or institutional electronic trading teams.
• Background in execution trading, execution research, quantitative research, quantitative trading, systematic trading or electronic trading.
• Strong understanding of market microstructure, liquidity, order flow, execution algorithms, market impact, transaction cost analysis (TCA) and execution optimisation.
• Strong programming skills in Python. Experience with C++, SQL or kdb+/q is advantageous.
• Excellent quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering or another quantitative discipline is advantageous.

This position is based in Singapore and is open to candidates currently working in Singapore with valid work authorisation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.