Job Description
We are one of the world’s largest trading firms, renowned globally for our breadth of services and unparalleled expertise. We make markets in virtually all major asset classes while engineering complex financial solutions to manage risk, enhance yield and solve clients’ complex financial problems. Globally, we hold leadership positions across the equity and fixed income product spectrum with hubs in three global regions: the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. We are also a leading innovator in the derivative market, structuring derivatives to manage risk, enhance yield and solve clients’ complex financial problems. Markets on the rise include futures & options, as well as commodities.
Job Summary
As an Executive Director on the High Grade credit trading desk, you will provide market pricing and liquidity to the firm’s internal and external clients on relevant sectors with tight cooperation with the sales force. Additionally you will be providing market color and commentary and consult with clients on bespoke needs or enquiries. You will make markets and provide investor clients with liquidity in US High Grade credit, working closely with the broader trading team and sales. The job will require you to engage directly with clients, provide market color and interact with portfolio and systematic trading.
Job Responsibilities
- Market making broad range of Financial Investment Grade/Crossover Credits profitably
- Interacting with the global sales forces and client base to provide pricing and trade ideas where required to clients
- Interacting with publishing research analysts and desk analysts
- Providing real time analysis of relevant news flow, both macro and micro
- Develop use of Algorithmic pricing/Systematic market making tools
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills
- 8+ years of experience in an IG Desk Credit trading role or similar
- Experience trading the debt and CDS of Financial Companies
- Fluency in Macro and derivative products, CDX, ETFs, options
- In-depth knowledge of investment grade credit and synergies with E and portfolio trading
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical ability
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills
- Familiarity with coding and large datasets a plus
About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About The Team
J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
