Ref: 159670
Job Location: Shanghai
Industry: Top Trading Firm
Year of Exp: 5+ years
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We are seeking a highly skilled Business Risk Manager (Trading Risk Management) to join our Shanghai office. This role is central to ensuring the integrity of our trading activities in China, safeguarding compliance with local regulatory frameworks, and maintaining effective relationships with domestic exchanges and regulators. -
The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of China’s capital markets, proven experience in managing trading risks, and the ability to partner seamlessly with traders, compliance teams, and external stakeholders.
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Risk Management & Controls: -
Oversee real-time monitoring of trading activities to identify, analyze, and mitigate market, operational, and compliance risks; -
Establish and maintain robust risk frameworks tailored to the Chinese market, ensuring alignment with global standards; -
Partner with traders to provide guidance on risk limits, escalation protocols, and adherence to both firm-wide and regulatory requirements; -
Regulatory & Exchange Engagement: -
Act as a primary liaison with Chinese exchanges (e.g., SSE, SZSE, CFFEX, SHFE) and regulators to ensure smooth communication and proactive resolution of issues; -
Track evolving Chinese regulatory requirements and market microstructure changes, translating them into actionable strategies and controls for the trading desk; -
Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely delivery of accurate reporting and documentation; -
Collaboration with Compliance & Business: -
Work closely with compliance and legal teams to design and enforce effective control frameworks covering market abuse prevention, trade surveillance, and data integrity; -
Collaborate with trading and technology teams to evaluate new product launches, market access initiatives, and algorithmic strategies within China; -
Provide training and guidance to front-office staff on local compliance and risk obligations.
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Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in trading risk management, compliance, or market surveillance, ideally gained at a leading foreign or domestic securities firm, bank, or exchange; -
China Market Expertise: Strong understanding of Chinese equity, futures, and derivatives markets, with hands-on experience in navigating local regulatory requirements and trading practices; -
Technical Acumen: Familiarity with electronic trading systems, risk analytics, and data tools; ability to analyze large volumes of trading data effectively; -
Relationship Skills: Proven ability to engage with traders, regulators, and exchanges with credibility and authority; -
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related discipline; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA) preferred; -
Language: Fluent in Mandarin and English, with strong business writing and communication skills in both languages.

