Global Credit Trading and Syndicate – Desk Analyst (Loans) – Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • New York, NY

5h

About The Position

The North America Credit Trading franchise is a leading market maker in credit and securitized products, derivatives, loans, and corporate bonds. Traders, sales people, and desk analysts work collectively to generate ideas and make secondary markets in high grade/high yield bonds/CDS, CLOs, distressed bonds, loans, trade claims, indices, exotics, and illiquid credits.
Job Responsibilities
Credit analysis on both a single-name and thematic approach basis with a specific focus on the loans universe
Working directly with credit traders across several trading groups
Identify compelling trade opportunities
Providing real-time analysis of relevant news flow on a company and industry basis
Interacting with the global sales force, client base, publishing research team and broader desk analyst team
Manage risk – on both single-name and broader book basis
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Candidate must have experience (2-5 years) in credit markets, preferably with experience in a trading/investing environment and a specific background in the loans market
The candidate must have a strong work ethic and be a self-starter who is able to work independently and is also comfortable being part of a larger team
Strong credit skills, with rigorous analytical capabilities
Ability to multi-task and work on numerous credits across different industries
Willingness and ability to pivot quickly in their work focus with an understanding that some opportunities will last months/years and others days
Strong communication skills with ability to provide clear and succinct verbal updates to colleagues, clients and senior executives
Bachelor’s degree required
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Trading desk / buy-side / investing experience
Experience looking at credits across a broad subset of industries

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.
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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.

Requirements

• Candidate must have experience (2-5 years) in credit markets, preferably with experience in a trading/investing environment and a specific background in the loans market
• The candidate must have a strong work ethic and be a self-starter who is able to work independently and is also comfortable being part of a larger team
• Strong credit skills, with rigorous analytical capabilities
• Ability to multi-task and work on numerous credits across different industries
• Willingness and ability to pivot quickly in their work focus with an understanding that some opportunities will last months/years and others days
• Strong communication skills with ability to provide clear and succinct verbal updates to colleagues, clients and senior executives
• Bachelor’s degree required

Nice To Haves

• Trading desk / buy-side / investing experience
• Experience looking at credits across a broad subset of industries

Responsibilities

• Credit analysis on both a single-name and thematic approach basis with a specific focus on the loans universe
• Working directly with credit traders across several trading groups
• Identify compelling trade opportunities
• Providing real-time analysis of relevant news flow on a company and industry basis
• Interacting with the global sales force, client base, publishing research team and broader desk analyst team
• Manage risk – on both single-name and broader book basis

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level