Systematic Credit Trading - FICC ETF Trader - Associate

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.

Position Summary  

As an Associate on the FICC ETF trading team, you will execute automated trading strategies, secondary trades, primary trades and help develop the broader systematic trading ecosystem. The role will focus on pricing and marketing ETFs, assessing risk models, generating systematic alpha, analyzing P&L data, and improving workflows to make the best real-time risk decisions. We value individuals who are responsible, independent, driven, and able to work in collaboration with the wider team. The environment is fast-paced and dynamic. The group is globally distributed, so clear written and verbal communication is required. You are also expected to cover a wide range of responsibilities spanning trading, quantitative research, and technology. 

Job Responsibilities:  

• Cover institutional accounts and make markets, partnering closely with sales, and cross-asset trading to deliver liquidity and solutions across products.
• Price and market ETFs across FICC asset classes. 
• Analyze P&L, pricing decisions, and risk models to identify patterns and revenue opportunities.
• Constantly evaluate macro developments, product, and market structure to provide clients and team members accurate product information. 
• Maintain and enhance trading and monitoring tools in partnership with quant and strategy teams with a focus on improving automation, resiliency, and controls. 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:  

• Demonstrated entrepreneurial drive with strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Thrives under competitive pressures while maintaining focus on client needs.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
• Degree in computer science, math, physics, engineering, or other quantitative fields.
• Strong knowledge of statistics and machine learning.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role, or a Masters Degree and 1+ years experience 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:  

• Fixed income trading experience is strongly preferred.

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.