VP - Sr. Dir, Senior IRS Trader, Global Markets

Company: 5102 UOB China Ltd

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values – Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

• •Manage and grow the IRS trading business across CNY and USD markets.
• •Execute trading strategies and manage market risks within approved limits and risk appetite.
• •Provide market-making, pricing, and execution support to institutional and corporate clients.
• •Drive client flow business through effective trading execution and relationship management.
• •Structure and deliver customized interest rate hedging solutions to meet clients' risk management objectives.
• •Monitor market developments, macroeconomic trends, monetary policy changes, and regulatory developments impacting rates markets.
• •Collaborate closely with Sales, Structuring, Risk Management, Operations, and other stakeholders to support business growth.
• •Identify market opportunities and contribute to the development of new products and business initiatives.
• •Ensure full compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and risk governance standards.

Job Requirements

• •Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• •Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in CNY and USD Interest Rate Swaps (IRS) trading.
• •Experience gained from banks, securities firms, or other leading financial institutions is strongly preferred.
• •Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
• •Solid understanding of pricing, valuation, and market risk management for fixed income and interest rate products.
• •Demonstrated ability to generate sustainable trading revenues while maintaining disciplined risk management.
• •Strong commercial acumen, market awareness, and business development mindset.
• •Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic trading environment.
• •Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.

Additional Requirements

Develop (Competency), Engage (Competency), Execute (Competency), Strategise (Competency)

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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