Credit Trader
Aptitude Asia LimitedSingapore, Singapore
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Aptitude Asia Limited specializes in senior‑level recruitment for the banking, finance and technology sectors, sourcing executives and specialists from C‑level to technical roles. Leveraging over 40 years of industry experience, the firm employs in‑depth global market mapping, extensive networking and confidential research to identify and secure top talent in areas such as electronic trading, algorithmic and fixed‑income trading, cloud computing, IT security, and business analytics. Aptitude Asia distinguishes itself through long‑term client partnerships, a proven track record of repeat placements, and a focus on delivering both permanent and contract solutions tailored to the unique needs of financial institutions and technology firms.
Job Description
Our client, a prominent proprietary trading firm, is looking to hire a Credit Trader to join its growing Fixed-Income and FX Trading team in Singapore.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in trading corporate bonds (both investment-grade and high-yield) with a solid understanding of Asian and/or US credit markets during Asian hours.
- Demonstrated track record of profitability and effective risk management in credit trading, with the ability to generate and implement high-conviction trading ideas.
- Strong risk management skills, with experience in managing positions and applying effective hedging strategies across credit markets.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative abilities, utilizing data and analytics to guide trading decisions.
- Familiarity with trading systems and platforms such as Bloomberg, MarketAxess, or Tradeweb, and experience working collaboratively with quantitative and technology teams to enhance trading performance.