Global Equities - Algorithmic Trading/Execution Consulting - Associate

Algo Trading Associate

Join a market-leading team shaping the future of electronic trading. In Electronic Client Solutions (ECS), you'll deliver impactful products and execution advice that help institutional clients navigate complex equity markets.

Job Summary

At JPMorganChase, our Electronic Client Solutions (ECS) team is at the forefront of equities electronic trading innovation. We build and deliver the industry's leading platform for algorithmic execution, liquidity solutions, and low-latency trading capabilities to institutional, hedge fund, and systematic trading firms.

As an Associate on the ECS team, you will combine product management expertise with strong analytical and technical skills to drive product strategy and deliver execution consulting to our clients. Working closely with partners across Global Equities Sales and Trading, you will lead product initiatives, engage directly with clients through TCA reviews and algorithmic execution consultations, and build cross-functional relationships that fuel innovation. If you are passionate about equities markets, data-driven decision making, and delivering best-in-class trading solutions, this is the role for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Define and lead product initiatives across the Americas execution product spectrum, including the algorithmic trading product, smart order router, and alternative trading systems.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs and deliver the algorithmic and smart order router product suite as well as bespoke solutions.
• Analyze client order flow using TCA and execution quality metrics to provide actionable insights that optimize trading performance.
• Partner with business analysts, technology, legal/compliance, operations, and sales and trading teams to optimize product functionality.
• Produce in-depth analysis of product usage, client trends, trading performance, and revenues to drive product evolution.
• Maintain working knowledge of equities trading, market structure, and the regulatory landscape, ensuring adherence to all relevant requirements.
• Contribute to a positive client experience as an integral member of the ECS team.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• 3+ years of equities electronic trading experience or equivalent, preferably in algorithmic trading, smart order routing, or execution consulting.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify liquidity trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Experience with q/kdb+ and Python.
• Strong understanding of equities execution products, market structure, and the regulatory landscape.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to interact confidently and professionally with clients.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Series 57, 7, and 63 registrations.
• Prior technical experience with data and analytics reporting platforms.
• Experience producing execution consulting deliverables for institutional clients.

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.

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.