Asia Economist / Macro Strategist
Location: Singapore
Firm: Leading Global Macro Hedge Fund
The Opportunity
Octavius Finance is proud to be working with a leading global macro hedge fund that is seeking an Asia Economist / Macro Strategist to join its investment team in Singapore.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality macroeconomic research, forecasts, and policy analysis across key Asia-Pacific economies, helping to inform investment decisions across global rates, foreign exchange, and other asset classes.
This is an investment-facing role, offering direct interaction with senior portfolio managers and the opportunity to influence macro views and positioning.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop macroeconomic forecasts and investment-relevant research across major Asia-Pacific economies, with a focus on growth, inflation, monetary policy, and financial markets.
Analyse central bank policy developments, interest rate dynamics, and FX markets, identifying implications for global macro investment strategies.
Work closely with portfolio managers to translate economic insights into actionable investment views and trading opportunities.
Build scenario-based analytical frameworks to assess macroeconomic risks, policy outcomes, and market implications.
Monitor regional and global developments, including cross-market linkages and spillovers.
Develop and maintain relationships with policymakers, economists, and market participants across the region.
Contribute to broader macro research initiatives, forecasting models, and quantitative analytical tools.
Candidate Profile:
Strong academic background in Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative discipline.
Relevant experience in macroeconomic research or strategy, ideally gained at a hedge fund, investment bank, asset manager, central bank, or economic research institution.
Strong understanding of Asia-Pacific economies, monetary policy frameworks, and global financial markets.
Demonstrated ability to connect macroeconomic developments with market implications, particularly across rates and FX.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with experience in economic modelling and data analysis.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clear, concise, and differentiated investment views.
Intellectual curiosity, independent thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, investment-driven environment.
Why Join?
This opportunity offers significant exposure to senior investment decisionmakers at a leading global macro platform, with the ability to contribute directly to investment strategy and develop differentiated macroeconomic views across the Asia-Pacific region.
To apply, please send a copy of your CV to: economics@octaviusfinance.com