Equity Derivatives Trader

Job Title: Executive Director – Equity Derivatives TraderPlease read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Location: London or Hong KongOverview:A leading global financial institution is seeking a highly experienced and commercially driven Executive Director to join its Equity Derivatives Trading team. This role is pivotal in driving the structured solutions and single stock exotics trading business, with a strong emphasis on innovation, risk management, and client-centric structuring.Key Responsibilities:Lead the trading of structured equity derivatives, with a primary focus on single stock exotics and structured products.Manage and grow the structured solutions trading book, delivering bespoke strategies tailored to institutional and corporate client needs.Develop and execute trading strategies involving convertible bonds, particularly in transforming credit instruments into equity-linked products.Collaborate closely with structuring, sales, and risk teams to deliver innovative and profitable solutions.Monitor and manage risk exposures across complex derivative structures, ensuring alignment with internal risk frameworks and regulatory requirements.Contribute to the strategic direction of the equity derivatives platform, identifying new opportunities and market trends.Key Requirements:Proven track record (10+ years) in equity derivatives trading, with deep expertise in structured products and single stock exotics.Strong understanding of convertible bond structures and experience in hybrid credit-equity instruments.Demonstrated ability to manage risk and generate consistent P&L in volatile market conditions.Deep knowledge of pricing models, volatility surfaces, and exotic option structures.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work across global teams.Experience in either London or Hong Kong markets is highly desirable.