The quants market in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is undergoing dynamic changes, and industry experts are sharing valuable insights gathered from events like QuantMinds. Matthew Tjoa, Head of Quants and Tech at Selby Jennings Singapore, recently attended the QuantMinds 2023 event in London to discuss the trends and challenges shaping the APAC quants landscape. ​Here are so...

​​How cold is this Crypto winter? The number of international hedge funds and crypto native asset management firms establishing operations in Asia is on the rise, creating increasing demand for quantitative experts. Both buy side and sell side firms have been responding to this surge differently; our report explores the following questions:What is happening right now in th...

Singapore has emerged as a prominent player in the global fintech landscape, solidifying its position as Asia's fintech hub. The city-state's success in this sector can be attributed to various factors, ranging from regulatory support to robust infrastructure. In this article, we explore why Singapore is an ideal destination for fintech, its current ranking in the fintech sp...

The Importance of AI in Quantitative Research & Trading​Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the field of quantitative research and trading, revolutionizing the way financial data is analyzed and investment decisions are made. The integration of AI technologies brings about a paradigm shift, offering unparalleled advantages to professionals i...

​Transitioning to a new job is a significant decision for professionals in the banking and financial services industry. In a field that's always changing and highly competitive, it's important to thoroughly assess your options and think about how they will impact your long-term career.In this article, Selby Jennings explores the important factors that banking and financial s...

Navigating the hiring process within the realm of Financial Sciences can be a complex journey, involving various stages like initial phone screenings, psychometric tests, face-to-face interviews with hiring managers, and on-site visits. To not only attract but also retain top-tier talent, it's vital to make this process smoother and more engaging. Here, we present five cruci...

Elevate Your Success in Singapore's Thriving Finance LandscapeSelby Jennings presents the APAC Quantitative Analytics, Research & Trading Salary Guide, your indispensable tool for benchmarking your team and yourself in Singapore's flourishing Quants sector. As Asia's finance industry continues to thrive, market leaders and investment funds are converging on both Mainland Ch...

Compensation guidance to support your hiring strategy or next career moveAre you curious about your earning potential in the thriving world of Financial Technology? Are you a hiring manager seeking to attract top talent in Singapore's competitive market? Look no further than the Selby Jennings’ APAC Financial Technology Salary Guide, your definitive resource for understandi...

Asia's wealth management sector, once associated with historical trade routes and ancient monetary systems, has now evolved into a hub of innovation and resilience. The affluent and mass-affluent segments in Asia are experiencing rapid growth, with the total wealth estimated to reach $4.7 trillion by 2026, a significant rise from $2.7 trillion in 2021.Central to the tra...

Singapore’s financial sector is experiencing surging demand for Quantitative Analytics, Research & Trading professionals. These experts have gained prominence in recent years as the finance and banking industry increasingly turns to data-driven strategies to make well-informed decisions amidst an ever-moving market landscape. Due to this growing popularity, being able to ful...

​As flexible working options continue in popularity in Northern American markets, it's interesting to note that European and Asian counterparts are taking a different approach, with surveys indicating a return to the office. In Asia, post-pandemic office occupancy rates hover between 80% and 100%[i], suggesting a strong willingness among employees to resume in-person work. E...

​Stay Ahead in Southeast AsiaDiscover the 2023 Salary Guide for Hiring and Job HuntingDetermine what you should be paying your employees, or how much you could be earning.Stay ahead of the competition with valuable insights into salary trends, bonus structures, and compensation benchmarks across various roles and sectors within the Southeast Asia region. Our comprehensive 20...

The Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, home to a diverse mix of economies from China and Japan to India and Australia, has seen a significant surge in demand for Quantitative roles over the past decade. This trend is indicative of the region's mounting appetite for advanced data analytics and algorithm-driven decision-making strategies.Quantitative roles, or "Quant roles," employ a...

According to Robocash Group's research, the number of fintechs in Southeast Asia has risen by 3588% since 2000. As the fintech sector continues to experience significant growth in Southeast Asia, it's essential to have effective hiring strategies in place.Our latest global fintech report examines the future of hiring in the fintech industry across the USA, Europe, and APAC. ...

​Post-offer care is just as important, if not more important than the steps leading up to an offer. With lengthy notice periods and visas required for so many, this leaves room for error and time for finance professionals to get cold feet. In this market especially, companies are doing anything they can in order to retain their employees. At Selby Jennings, we have seen empl...

After experiencing restrictions for so long, APAC is now ready to capitalize on macro headwinds in the West at the same time as mainland China fully reopens.Besides Julius Baer's CEO stated that there will be a full pipeline of hiring in Singapore, the Singapore government has also announced additional commitments to investment schemes which aim at drive growth and attract p...

​Following Mainland China’s border opening, Julius Baer Group announced plans to ramp up hiring in Asia:"We are clearly hiring in Asia, where we have a full pipeline in Hong Kong and a full pipeline in Singapore," said chief executive oficcer Philipp Rickenbacher.With this growth opportunity also comes challenges however, such as being able to find the right talent for the C...

​​As a hiring manager, knowing the market rate for the positions you are looking to fill is critical to sourcing, retaining, and rewarding top talent. By downloading our Selby Jennings Singapore Salary Guide, you can quickly and easily access up-to-date salary and bonus information in private equity, private credit, investor relations, public markets/hedge funds and real est...

Quantitative Analytics, Research & Trading is currently one of the highest paying fields within Financial Services and has become a much sought-after career option in the industry. With Asia emerging as the world’s fastest growing economic region, it is attracting many new entrants. For professionals building a career in Asia's Financial Sciences & Services industry, it is ...