Global Credit Trading & Syndicate - CLO Trader - Associate

JPMorgan Chase

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Category: AssociatesJob Description:Are you ready to make an impact in the dynamic world of credit trading? As a CLO Trader, you will be responsible for trading and managing Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) within our Global Credit Trading & Syndicate team. Join JP Morgan Chase, where your expertise will contribute to optimizing returns and managing risk in the CLO market. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and impactful contributions.The Global Credit Trading & Syndicate team is a leading market maker in credit derivatives and corporate bonds, providing liquidity and innovative solutions to clients. As part of this team, the Junior CLO Trader will focus on trading and managing CLOs, leveraging market insights and quantitative analysis to drive performance.Job Responsibilities:
  • Execute trades in the CLO market, ensuring optimal pricing and risk management.
  • Analyze market trends and provide insights to support trading decisions.
  • Collaborate with senior traders and sales teams to expand the client base and increase market share.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients and counterparties.
  • Monitor and manage risk associated with CLO positions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of trading strategies to optimize returns.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling.
  • Understanding of credit markets and structured finance products, particularly CLOs.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with trading platforms.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
  • Prior experience in credit trading or structured finance is a plus.
  • Advanced proficiency in quantitative analysis and financial modeling.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance standards in trading.
This role encompasses the performance of UK regulated activity. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to meeting UK regulatory requirements in the assessment of fitness, propriety, knowledge and competence (as assessed by the Firm) and (where appropriate) approval by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and/or the Prudential Regulation Authority to carry out such activities.About Us: J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.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.

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