Trading Compliance Officer (Algorithmic Trading)

Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong; onsite

Company

Susquehanna is a global quantitative trading firm integrating trading, technology, machine learning, and quantitative research across listed financial products and asset classes, with a focus on derivatives.

What you will do

• Develop an in-depth understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, products, and market microstructure to provide risk-based compliance support.
• Act as the day-to-day compliance contact for Trading, providing practical advice on regulatory and conduct matters.
• Support new trading initiatives and changes to existing activities to ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Advise on market conduct matters and deliver targeted training where appropriate.
• Enhance trading conduct and market abuse controls, including oversight and escalation of relevant issues.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in Trading Compliance or a similar compliance advisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of Market Regulation across APAC jurisdictions.
• Experience in equity and/or derivative markets in a compliance or surveillance role, particularly involving algorithmic trading activities.
• Ability to engage directly with traders and desk heads in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness, strong judgement, confidence in making decisions, and ability to recognise when to escalate.
• Collaborative approach and ability to build effective relationships across Trading and Compliance teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Flat hierarchy with opportunities to drive meaningful impact and take ownership.
• Private healthcare and wellness initiatives.
• Daily office lunch allowance.
• Employee Assistance and Education Assistance Programs.
• Matched donations and corporate discounts.
• Intellectually driven and highly collaborative environment involving researchers, engineers, and traders.