Paul Lau
About Paul Lau
Paul Lau is a trader specializing in asset management at Lombard Odier in Hong Kong, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and has studied derivatives, risk management, and financial Putonghua.
Work at Lombard Odier
Paul Lau has been employed at Lombard Odier as a Trader in Asset Management since 2012. His role involves trading and execution within the asset management sector. He has accumulated 12 years of experience in this position, contributing to the firm's trading strategies and operations in Hong Kong.
Education and Expertise
Paul Lau studied at The University of Hong Kong, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Hons. in Biochemistry from 1991 to 1994. He furthered his education at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, focusing on Derivatives and Risk Management, and achieved a Diploma with HKSI in 2001. Additionally, he studied at HKUSPACE, obtaining a Foundation certificate in Putonghua for the Financial sector in 2012.
Background
Paul Lau has extensive experience in both hedge fund and long-only trading and execution. He has been involved in the setup of hedge funds under UCITS and Luxembourg SIF legal structures, showcasing his knowledge in regulatory frameworks and fund management.
Professional Affiliations
Paul Lau is a member of the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) association. This affiliation indicates his commitment to professional development and expertise in technical analysis within the financial markets.
Collaboration and Teamwork
In his role, Paul Lau liaises with product development, risk management, and operations teams, as well as counterparties. This collaboration is essential for ensuring effective trading strategies and managing risks associated with asset management.