Join our market‑leading FX DAC team based in Singapore (and part of a global team based across HK, Singapore, Switzerland and the UK), with direct client coverage for FX & PM, which includes advice, portfolio risk management, pricing and execution across spot, forward & OTC derivatives.
As a Vice President in the FX DAC specialist in Private Banking coverage, you will form an integrated part of a coverage team that focuses primarily on UHNW clients (both existing and prospective), with this role having a specific focus on driving FX & Precious Metals (both cash and derivatives) activity across the client spectrum.
The wider coverage team is responsible for managing the portfolios (both discretionary and non-discretionary) of Private Banking clients across a range of products (equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, OTC derivatives, structured products, alternative investments and private equity). You will be expected to work closely with the Solutions team that has a responsibility for developing market views, investigating and determining the best execution vehicles to express market views (both tactical and longer-term), as well as the marketing of investment ideas.
Job responsibilities
Work closely with the broader coverage team to ensure that FX activity is aligned with clients’ investment plans and objectives.
Increase FX activity with existing clients, as well as work with key stakeholders to identify potential new clients who might be suitable for the DAC offering.
Form daily client interaction (over the phone or in person) to discuss markets and to offer solutions.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis on markets and trade ideas.
Develop and present ideas that may be suitable across the franchise.
Build relationships with key stakeholders across the Private Banking in Asia, EMEA and the US.
Develop connectivity with sales, trading and research partners within JP Morgan CIB.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Minimum 6 years of experience
- Bachelor degree holder
- Relevant experience in FX/PM markets (advising clients, trading, or structuring).
- Core need for quantitative and technical skills, including extensive knowledge of FX options, specifically from a risk‑management standpoint.
- Understanding of market risks from pricing and execution perspectives; efficiency and accuracy in pricing various trade strategies.
- Demonstrating strong interest and passion for financial markets, international affairs and geopolitical events.
- Strong analytical and marketing skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into simple, practical forms.
- Good communication skills.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Proficiency with electronic trading systems.
- Fluency in Mandarin as the job holder will interact with clients based in China and Greater China
- Personality marked by drive and ambition with demonstrated success in dealing with a wide range of clients.
- Communication style that enhances credibility and builds trust with clients; strong presentation skills.
- Ability to thrive in a culture that points to innovation, customer service, internal partnership, and entrepreneurship.
- Team player capable of working effectively with many business partners.
- Strong knowledge of local regulatory policies and guidelines, and appropriate local regulatory qualifications and licenses.