Job Description
Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.
Role Overview
In this client-facing Asia High-Touch Sales Trading role, you will own day-to-day coverage of a core set of institutional accounts across Asia cash equities. Working closely with Sales, Research, and Trading partners, you will originate and execute agency-style cash equity flow, drive adoption of execution solutions (including algorithms), and proactively identify franchise growth opportunities.
Please Note: This role will be based in Singapore, and we are seeking local candidates only at this time.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute and manage cash equity orders across Asia markets for buy-side clients, applying appropriate execution tactics and managing trading outcomes versus client objectives
- Partner with internal stakeholders (Sales, Trading, Research, Operations, Compliance, and Technology) to coordinate coverage, improve service levels, and grow trading engagement
- Translate real-time market color, liquidity conditions, and macro/regulatory developments into actionable guidance for clients
- Promote and integrate electronic execution tools and algorithmic strategies; advise clients on venue selection, order types, and workflow enhancements
- Maintain a strong awareness of local market structure, trading restrictions, and relevant regulatory changes, ensuring activity remains compliant and aligned with best practice
- Develop and distribute timely sales-trading commentary and content that supports the broader franchise offering
- Identify and pursue new revenue opportunities, including cross-selling of broader products and services where appropriate
- Perform other duties as required and assigned
Required Experience
- 10+ years of institutional sales trading experience with direct responsibility for Asia equities coverage
- Proven track record executing cash equities and vanilla equity products, with at least 5 years of hands-on coverage in the asset manager/hedge fund client segment
- Demonstrated, established relationships with global and regional asset managers and an ability to convert relationships into sustained flow
- Strong understanding of Asia market structure, liquidity dynamics, and execution methodologies, including algorithmic trading and portfolio/low-touch workflows
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
- Working knowledge of OMS/EMS environments and trading connectivity standards (e.g., FIX) and related trading protocols
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; comfortable operating in a collaborative, high-accountability environment
- Highly organized with strong prioritization skills; able to perform effectively under tight deadlines and during volatile market conditions
- Active Series 7, 63, 57 Required
Benefits
What Wedbush Offers
As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
- Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
- 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
- Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
- FINRA License Sponsorship
- Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs
The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000 to $150,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.
Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview
This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq., Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.
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