Junior Fixed Income Trader

The Opportunity:

Seeking a highly motivated individual to join the investment team in the role of a junior fixed income trader.  Our fixed income & credit alternative strategies provide actively managed, global exposures in a non-equity correlated asset class. Our strategies aim to protect against interest rate risk.   Guarding against the potential loss of capital that could occur if interest rates rise and, as a direct result, bond prices fall. In addition, we actively manage the credit and geographic exposures of each of our strategies. With a focus on absolute returns and low correlations to equity markets, these strategies form an important part of our clients’ asset mix.

Responsibilities 

• Monitor and work closely with portfolio managers on cash management activities for fixed income funds as well as required segregated accounts.
  


• Monitor day-to day administrative issues in support of trading activities as well as daily pnl reconciliation.
  


• Monitor market activity in global fixed income markets, and pro-actively contribute views and commentary to enhance the investment process.
  


• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Managers/Traders to formulate and recommend profitable trade ideas for various trading strategies.
  


• Monitor risk to ensure that hedging and cash balances are maintained within fund limits
  


• Engage with internal technology and analytics groups to enhance systems, analytics and trading activity.
  

Qualifications

• Undergraduate/Graduate Degree(s) in relevant subject such as Business, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering.
  


• CFA (or enrollment in program) and/or CA  highly regarded
  


• Understanding of bond formulas, basics of credit/rate derivatives, macro risk factors and implications for risk management.
  


• Exceptional understanding of fixed income markets and valuation analysis
  


• Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with multiple partners and stakeholders
  


•  Positive and efficient approach to market challenges
  


• Highly computer literate, with advanced spreadsheet skills.
  


• Strong work ethic with high level of self-motivation and ability to work well within the team environment