Job Description

• Lead execution across global fixed income markets
• Influence investment outcomes through market insight

About Our Client

A global investment manager is seeking an experienced Fixed Income Trader to join its New York-based trading team. This role is part of a collaborative, multi‑asset trading function that supports portfolio managers across regions. The firm emphasizes responsible investment practices and long‑term value creation, and the trading team plays a central role in bringing that philosophy to life through high‑quality execution and market expertise.

Job Description

Trading & Market Expertise

• Execute a broad range of fixed income instruments, including investment grade and high yield credit, rates products, emerging markets, and money markets.
• Trade OTC derivatives such as IRS, ILS, CDS (single name and index), swaptions, and TRS.
• Handle listed derivatives and FX products (spot, forwards, swaps, and options).
• Provide cross‑asset support as needed; experience with equities and ETFs is beneficial.

Partnership with Investment Teams

• Deliver high‑quality execution rooted in a strong understanding of portfolio managers' objectives.
• Contribute market color, relative value observations, and insights that enhance investment decisions.
• Leverage broker relationships and market intelligence to help drive performance.

Counterparty & Broker Management

• Build and maintain transparent, productive relationships with brokers and trading counterparties.
• Ensure the firm receives best‑in‑class service, liquidity access, and execution quality.

Key Relationships

• Internal: Portfolio Management
• External: Brokers, dealers, liquidity providers

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 5+ years of experience trading fixed income instruments and related derivatives.
• Strong command of major trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, BidFX, FXAll, Tradeweb, MarketAxess, Portware).
• Interest and aptitude in workflow enhancement through automation and digital solutions.
• Experience with OMS connectivity; Aladdin exposure is ideal.
• Advanced Excel and Bloomberg API skills; familiarity with Python, VBA, or Tableau is a plus.
• Ability to analyze and synthesize large data sets to refine trading decisions and improve outcomes.
• Deep understanding of compliance expectations and risk controls.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Math, or a related quantitative field.

Core Competencies

• Strong execution discipline and product knowledge across fixed income and derivatives.
• Analytical mindset with comfort using data‑driven tools.
• Ability to form strong internal partnerships and communicate market insights clearly.
• Commitment to responsible conduct, transparency, and sound judgment in all trading activities.

Conduct Expectations

• Demonstrate integrity and sound ethical judgment in daily activities.
• Proactively identify potential risks and escalate when appropriate.
• Consider the impact of decisions on clients, colleagues, and the broader organization.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary range of $145,000 to $180,000 USD per year.

Contact

Lauren Van Manen

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JN-032026-6973014

Job Tags

Permanent employment

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