Global Credit Trading - Emerging Markets Credit Trader - Associate

Job Description

Be at the center of global EM credit markets — learning about the product with a view to providing liquidity, managing risk, and partnering with Sales and Research to deliver client solutions.

As an Associate or Analyst in our Global Credit Trading team, you will join the New York EM Credit Trading Desk within a leading Emerging Markets Credit franchise, acting as a market maker across EM sovereign and corporate bonds. You will be quickly learning with a view to having your own trading book within the first year or two and collaborate closely with Sales and Research to generate ideas, deliver market color, and support client execution across a broad set of EM credit products.

 

Job responsibilities

• Monitor and manage risk for existing trade inventory across cash books for the desk
• Learn to develop risk management solutions aligned to market conditions and desk objectives
• Develop new skills to get up to speed with trading and Emerging Markets credit quickly
• Collaborate with Sales and Research to generate investment ideas
• Contribute to effective controls and disciplined risk practices consistent with internal policies

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Relevant work experience
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to problem solve quickly
• Clear, confident communication skills
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in an analytical discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Economics, or similar)

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with Emerging Markets credit products, including sovereign and corporate bonds
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic trading environment

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. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of 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.