Listed Trader, Equity Derivatives

About Us

CITIC Securities International is a wholly owned subsidiary of CITIC Securities and its overseas business platform. Our award-winning research, extensive footprint in Asia, direct links to China and highly experienced finance professionals set us apart within the industry. As part of CITIC Securities (SSE: 600030, SEHK: 6030), China's leading investment bank, CITIC Securities International is uniquely positioned to facilitate cross-border capital flows and connect China to the world and the world to China. CITIC Securities International operates from 13 countries across Asia, Australia, Europe and the Americas. We offer comprehensives financial solutions to a large and diverse client base that includes global institutional investors, corporations, governments and high-net-worth individuals.

Position Description

As a Listed Trader, you will play a key role in supporting the desk's trading activities and risk management processes. This position offers exposure to cutting-edge strategies and tools, providing an excellent platform for career growth in a high-energy environment. This is a fast-paced and exciting new role designed for individuals eager to make an impact in the equity derivatives space.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate volatility surfaces to support accurate option pricing across underlyings.
• Assist in optimizing trade execution and reconciliation workflows.
• Build and improve on-desk tools for real-time risk monitoring.
• Execute trades and manage interactions with counterparties.
• Support development and testing of proprietary strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline trading processes.
• Monitor market conditions and liquidity to identify opportunities and manage risk.
• Analyze option flow and volatility trends to provide insights to senior traders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher (Master's preferred) in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and eagerness to learn.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Equity Derivatives, ideally with Listed Options trading exposure.
• Solid understanding of Single Stock and Index Option pricing and volatility models.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, in English.
• Proficient in Python for data analysis (NumPy, Pandas, Polars), SQL/database design, and object-oriented programming with solid grasp of software design patterns

CLSA may collect personal data from you for purposes relating to your engagement with the Company, including human resource management and other business and internal / external compliance purposes. Any personal information and /or data collected and held by the Company may be used by the Company or transferred (whether within/ outside the United Kingdom) to any other parties within the Company, subsidiaries and affiliates of the Company, internal or external service providers, or any other relevant parties including governmental or regulatory authorities, for the above purposes.