Institutional Sales - Americas and Marketing - Associate

Job Description

Global Commodities is responsible for the sale and marketing of commodity financial products, as well as options and selected physical commodities to institutional and corporate clients around the world. Products include Precious Metals, Base Metals, Energy and Agricultural Commodities. The firm is a major market-maker and service provider global across the commodity complex.

As an Associate within Americas Sales and Marketing, this opportunity is to join and assist the institutional sales team covering Americas clients (primarily hedge funds and asset managers) across the commodities complex. Your responsibilities will include supporting the desk in day-to-day trading activities, with a particular focus on tie Investor Products/Index space. The expectation is for this hire to quickly grow into covering their own book of business and become primary point of contact for assigned coverage.

Job responsibilities:

• Assist in the desk’s day-to-day activities including account coverage, execution and content distribution as well as strategic planning and business organization
• Assist the team in covering a broad mandate of commodity responsibilities, with a particular focus on promoting the bank’s index/QIS offering.
• Provide commodities coverage to institutional accounts and assist in strengthening the bank's presence with institutional clients in the commodity markets in both a flow and structured environment
• Contribute to building a strong presence which challenges the existing competitors in the market place
• Support other parts of the firm in their commodities marketing efforts
• Become “first call” for client’s commodities needs

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Existing Commodities experience, product knowledge as well as established contacts within the commodities client community
• Candidate must have impeccable integrity, a strong work ethic, solid analytical skills and a genuine interest in commodity markets
• Strong knowledge of the commodities environment; strong analytical skills; ability to execute with skill and urgency; deep knowledge of derivatives
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills, attention to detail
• Interest in the commodities and macro markets
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines

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.