Fixed Income Trader – Investment Grade, High-Yield
Franklin Templeton
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: San Mateo • California • Illinois • United States
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Salary
💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per year
About the role
- Execute buy and sell orders for corporate bonds, ensuring best execution and compliance
- Monitor global financial markets and economic indicators to identify trading opportunities
- Provide market commentary and actionable ideas to portfolio managers
- Liaise with brokers and internal teams to optimize trading and resolve issues
- Prepare reports on trading activity and maintain accurate trading records
- Ensure all trading activities meet compliance and regulatory standards
Requirements
- 3-5 years’ experience trading fixed-income securities, focusing on corporate bonds (investment grade and high yield)
- CFA or post-graduate degree preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, or related field
- Deep understanding of financial markets and investment processes
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency with market data platforms and trading systems, including Charles River or Aladdin
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) plan with a generous match
- Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits
- Employee stock investment program
- Learning resources and career development programs
- Reimbursement for certain education expenses
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental leave, and volunteering
- Onsite fitness center and cafeteria (applicable at certain locations)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
tradingfixed-income securitiescorporate bondsinvestment gradehigh yieldanalytical skillsquantitative skillsproblem-solving skills
Soft skills
communicationcollaboration
Certifications
CFApost-graduate degreeBachelor's degree in financeBachelor's degree in economicsBachelor's degree in mathematicsBachelor's degree in computer science