US Convertible Bond Desk Trading Assistant - Associate

Job Description

This role helps ensure the US Convertible Bond Desk operates smoothly day-to-day through strong controls, timely reporting, and rapid issue resolution.

Job summary

As a Trade & P&L Support Associate or Analyst  on the US Convertible Bond Desk, you will help maintain the integrity of desk P&L and risk, resolve trade breaks and disputes, support corporate actions processing, and deliver critical daily reporting to senior stakeholders. You will partner closely with Product Control, Financial Control, Trade Support, and external counterparties to drive accurate outcomes under tight timelines.

Job responsibilities

• Conduct root cause analysis on P&L discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions with Product Control, Financial Control, and Trade Support
• Investigate and resolve trade breaks and disputes with client and broker counterparties
• Maintain instrument reference data, including periodic reconciliations and required updates
• Generate and distribute Sales & Trading reports for morning meetings
• Run end-of-day P&L and risk capture and distribute outputs to senior management
• Assist traders with corporate actions elections and event processing
• Support new client onboarding and customer remediation activities

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to incorporate and process new information in a fast-paced, high-pressure trading environment
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to network effectively across the firm
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to develop practical strategies to achieve strong business outcomes
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a changing and demanding work 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.