Editorial summary

Silverdale Capital Pte Ltd, a MAS-licensed fund management company specializing in fixed income strategies, is seeking a Credit Trader (Execution) in Singapore. The role involves supporting portfolio managers in executing complex credit trades across credit, rates, and derivatives, providing exposure to the full trade lifecycle. The position offers a salary of SGD 7,000 and is suitable for candidates with a focus on execution and disciplined portfolio management.

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Job description

[This job id 15171 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 18 Jun 2026]

About Silverdale Capital

Silverdale Capital Pte Ltd is a Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) licensed fund management company specializing in actively traded fixed income strategies across credit, rates, and derivatives. We are committed to disciplined portfolio management, execution excellence, and delivering consistent risk-adjusted returns.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Credit Trader (Execution) to support our portfolio managers in executing sophisticated credit strategies. This junior execution-focused role offers exposure to the complete trade lifecycle and provides a strong foundation for candidates aspiring to build a career in buy-side credit trading and portfolio operations.

Location: Singapore

Key Responsibilities

Trade Execution & Market Intelligence

• Execute credit trades across cash bonds, derivatives, and related instruments with focus on best execution through optimal sizing, timing, and venue selection
• Provide real-time market intelligence including liquidity updates, spread movements, relative value observations, and new issue pricing dynamics

Portfolio & Risk Management

• Support portfolio monitoring and risk oversight, including exposure tracking, risk limit validation, drawdown monitoring, and scenario analysis
• Assist with daily cash management, funding optimization, and coordination of subscriptions, redemptions, and corporate actions

Operations & Analytics

• Manage the full trade lifecycle from order placement through settlement, reconciliation, and post-trade processing
• Support fund valuation processes, pricing validation, P&L attribution, and development of analytical tools
• Leverage trading systems and market data platforms to enhance execution quality and operational efficiency
• Contribute to continuous improvement of trading workflows and processes

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

• 1–3 years in fixed income trading, execution, portfolio support, or related buy-side/sell-side roles
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Chartered Accountancy, or related discipline

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of bond mathematics, credit spreads, carry/roll-down mechanics, and credit risk fundamentals
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Python, SQL, or data analytics tools is advantageous
• Meticulous attention to detail with a disciplined, risk-aware approach

Professional Attributes

• Genuine interest in credit markets and fixed income instruments
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced trading environment with competing priorities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Background

• Direct exposure to credit trading desks, execution teams, or portfolio management support functions
• Experience with trade booking systems, OMS/EMS platforms, and post-trade workflows
• Demonstrated ambition to develop into senior trading or portfolio management roles

How to Apply

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete technical assignments followed by interviews.

For enquiries, please contact: careers@SilverdaleGroup.com

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