APAC’s high-frequency and proprietary trading markets are growing rapidly, driven by strong fund performance, rising investor confidence, and market volatility.
But as opportunities rise, finding the right people to support that growth is proving far more difficult.
In our first edition of APAC Trading Insights, Frazer Ashman, Senior Recruiter at Tribus, explores the growing talent shortage across the region’s trading sector and how firms are adapting.
Here are some key takeaways:
Unlike London or New York, many APAC hubs haven’t had the decades-long runway to build mature talent pipelines. This makes hiring more complex and more competitive.
Hedge funds and trading firms in cities like Hong Kong and Singapore are growing quickly. With that comes a sharp spike in hiring needs.
To fill roles, companies are increasing compensation, hiring from outside the finance industry, and offering full relocation support to attract global talent.
Lower tax rates and livable cities are making APAC an attractive destination for trading professionals looking to make a move from the West.
In a market moving this fast, firms are leaning on recruiters with deep industry expertise to help avoid mis-hires and build teams quickly.
If you’re hiring in this space or considering a move into the APAC market, the full article is worth a read.
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About the author
Frazer Ashman is a Senior Recruiter at Tribus, specialising in hiring for high-frequency trading, proprietary trading, and quant finance firms across APAC. He works closely with global hedge funds and trading firms to scale high-performing teams across technology and trading functions.
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