Are you an experienced Equity Trader looking to advance your career in Delta One Trading, Japanese Equities, and Global Markets?

A leading global investment bank is seeking a Junior Delta One Trader to join its growing trading team in Tokyo.

This opportunity is designed for an Analyst to Associate-level professional with experience trading Japanese equities within an investment banking environment.

The role focuses on Japanese equity markets and Delta One trading activities, supporting coverage of financial institution clients across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.

You will work within an international investment banking environment, applying your knowledge of Japanese equities, market dynamics, and trading operations while developing your expertise in institutional equity trading.

This position is particularly suitable for candidates with at least two years of equity trading experience at an investment bank in Japan who are interested in building a long-term career in global markets.

With a growing team and exposure to regional financial institution clients, this role offers an opportunity to strengthen your trading expertise within a global financial institution.
Key Responsibilities

• Japanese Equity Trading: Support Delta One trading activities with a primary focus on Japanese equities and related market exposures.
• Delta One Trading Support: Participate in the execution and management of Delta One trading activities within the firm's Global Markets business.
• APAC Financial Institution Coverage: Support trading activities and market requirements relating to financial institution clients across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Market Monitoring: Monitor Japanese equity market developments, trading conditions, and relevant market movements to support trading decisions.
• Trade Execution & Coordination: Contribute to accurate and timely trading execution while coordinating with relevant internal teams.
• Trading Risk Awareness: Monitor trading positions and market exposures in accordance with applicable internal risk management procedures and trading limits.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with trading colleagues and relevant stakeholders within the investment bank to support efficient trading operations.

Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of equity trading experience at an investment bank in Japan.
• Practical knowledge of Japanese equity markets, equity trading products, and institutional trading activities.
• Experience working within an investment banking or Global Markets trading environment.
• Understanding of trading execution, market movements, and the operational requirements of an equity trading desk.
• Suitable for candidates at the Analyst to Associate level seeking to develop their careers in Delta One trading.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret market information in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling trading-related activities.
• Ability to make timely, well-informed decisions while managing competing priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with trading colleagues and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to learning, problem-solving, and developing technical market knowledge.
• Professionalism and the ability to perform effectively under pressure in a dynamic financial markets environment.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native-level fluency in written and spoken Japanese.
• English: Business-level proficiency for communication within an international investment banking environment.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications
The following capabilities may be advantageous for this position:

• Familiarity with Delta One products, equity-linked instruments, or equity derivatives.
• Understanding of Japanese equity market structure and institutional trading practices.
• Exposure to financial institution clients or regional trading activities across APAC markets.
• Interest in developing deeper expertise in Delta One trading within a global investment banking environment.

About the Company
Our client is a global investment bank with an established presence in international financial markets.

The organization provides investment banking and Global Markets services to institutional clients across major financial centers.

Its trading operations bring together market professionals working across asset classes and regional markets.

The Tokyo-based opportunity sits within a growing trading team focused on Japanese equities and serving financial institution clients across the Asia-Pacific region.

This position provides an opportunity to develop specialized experience in Japanese equity trading, Delta One products, institutional markets, and international investment banking.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Global Investment Banking Environment: Develop your trading career within an international financial institution.
• Japanese Equity Market Focus: Apply and deepen your expertise in one of Asia's major equity markets.
• Delta One Trading Specialization: Build experience in a specialized area of Global Markets trading.
• APAC Market Exposure: Gain exposure to financial institution clients and trading activities across the Asia-Pacific region.
• Growing Trading Team: Join an expanding team with opportunities to contribute and develop alongside experienced market professionals.
• Analyst to Associate Career Opportunity: Take the next step in your front-office trading career.
• Bilingual Professional Environment: Use your Japanese and English communication skills within an international banking organization.

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