Agency MBS Trader

Citi • New York, NY

3d • $200,000 - $300,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The successful execution of this role requires the incumbent to develop a wide range of financial, business, and inter-personal skills, the ability to multi-task, and to function comfortably amidst conflicting objectives in a high pressure environment. Day-to-day business management and administrative duties for the Agency MBS trading desk. Initiate and execute short, medium and long term projects to achieve the business objectives of the group. Projects may be related to process enhancement with the Agencies and internal stakeholders, as well as technology or risk enhancement initiatives. Ensure a robust governance, oversight, and control framework exists and is in line with corporate policies & regulation. Maintain detailed control documentation, procedures, key metrics and audit evidence. Working with the business and support areas (including Middle Office, Operations, Audit, Compliance, Finance, Technology and Legal) to ensure a robust control infrastructure is in place and to act as a key point of contact between business and stakeholders. Assist in establishment of new business lines or enhanced product offerings including processes, booking models, and systems/infrastructure. Build an understanding of the cost base of the Business & pursue opportunities for savings and efficiency, maximizing returns.

Requirements

• Interest in and prior exposure to capital markets, and familiarity with financial institution regulation and policies
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Excellent analytic and creative problem solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in programming (e.g. Python, SQL, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop peer-like relationships with senior leaders throughout an organization
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously
• Focused attention to detail plus ability to see the big picture
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to problem solving
• Project and process ownership; strong time management
• Intellectual curiosity
• Strong desire to achieve excellence
• Experience in project management and process ownership
• Bachelor’s degree or sufficient industry experience

Nice To Haves

• Pre-existing fixed income products knowledge is a plus
• Interest in learning about complex financial instruments, transactions, and client/market interactions is essential
• Experience within Citigroup in similar situations would be a plus

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day business management and administrative duties for the Agency MBS trading desk
• Initiate and execute short, medium and long term projects to achieve the business objectives of the group
• Ensure a robust governance, oversight, and control framework exists and is in line with corporate policies & regulation
• Maintain detailed control documentation, procedures, key metrics and audit evidence
• Working with the business and support areas to ensure a robust control infrastructure is in place and to act as a key point of contact between business and stakeholders
• Assist in establishment of new business lines or enhanced product offerings including processes, booking models, and systems/infrastructure
• Build an understanding of the cost base of the Business & pursue opportunities for savings and efficiency, maximizing returns

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree