Associate / VP - Derivatives Trading

We are seeking an Associate/VP to join our Equity Derivatives Trading desk in Sydney.

You will work closely with senior traders and sales to support pricing, execution, and risk management of equity derivatives transactions, while developing deeper product expertise and increasing responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the pricing and execution of equity derivatives transactions, including options, swaps and structured equity products

• Assist with real‑time risk management, including hedging activity, monitoring Greek risk and maximising P&L

• Monitor equity market activity, corporate events and actions, volatility dynamics and macro events impacting the firm’s risk

• Work closely with Equity & Equity Derivative Sales, Structuring, Operations, Risk, Compliance and Technology teams to support efficient execution and controls

• Contribute to the enhancement of pricing tools, quantitative and analytical tools, risk models and desk processes

• Assist the franchise with analysis and insights, desk notes and thought pieces

• Manage the full trade lifecycle, ensuring accurate trade booking, confirmations and resolution of breaks

• Ensure all trading activity complies with internal risk limits, policies and regulatory requirements

Experience / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or a related quantitative discipline

Proven experience in equity derivatives trading, trading support, market‑making or a closely related front‑office role

Strong understanding of equity derivatives products

Solid quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to interpret risk sensitivities and P&L drivers

High attention to detail with strong operational awareness in a trading environment

Proficiency in Excel; experience with Python, VBA or similar tools is advantageous

Ability to perform under pressure in a fast‑paced, market‑driven environment

Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years.  Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background.  Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.

Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.

For more information, please visit: https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo.