Vice President, FX Direct Access Clients (Private Banking)

About the role

J.P. Morgan is hiring a Vice President for its FX Direct Access Clients (DAC) team in Singapore, part of a global team spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Switzerland and the UK. The team covers FX and precious metals (cash and derivatives) for Private Banking clients, including advice, portfolio risk management, pricing and execution across spot, forward and OTC derivatives. The role focuses on UHNW clients, both existing and prospective, and works closely with the Solutions team.

Key responsibilities

• Align FX activity with clients' investment plans and objectives, working with the broader coverage team.
• Increase FX activity with existing clients and identify new prospects with key stakeholders.
• Hold daily client interactions by phone or in person to discuss markets and offer solutions.
• Analyse markets and trade ideas quantitatively and qualitatively, and develop and present ideas across the franchise.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across Private Banking in Asia, EMEA and the US, and connect with sales, trading and research partners within J.P. Morgan CIB.

Required profile

• Minimum 6 years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Relevant experience in FX/precious metals markets (advising clients, trading or structuring).
• Strong interest in financial markets, international affairs and geopolitical events.
• Preferred: fluency in Mandarin, given client contact with China and Greater China.

Required skills

• Quantitative and technical skills, with extensive knowledge of FX options from a risk-management perspective.
• Understanding of market risks from pricing and execution perspectives, and accurate pricing of trade strategies.
• Strong analytical and marketing skills, good communication and presentation skills.
• Preferred: proficiency with electronic trading systems, regulatory knowledge and licences, and a track record with diverse clients.