PricingDirect - Credit Derivatives Valuation - Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co.•New York, NY

About The Position

As a PricingDirect Credit Derivatives Valuation Associate, you will play a critical role in generating daily valuations for a broad spectrum of credit derivatives, including single-name CDS, CDS indices, Index Tranches, Index Options, and bespoke credit-linked notes. You will collaborate with trading desks, research, and technology teams, using your market intelligence and analytical skills to identify growth opportunities, lead projects, and deliver results for both your team and clients.

Requirements

Master’s degree (or higher) in Financial Engineering, Mathematical Finance, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or Economics.
Strong understanding of derivatives, finance principles (specifically credit and fixed income), mathematical, and statistical modeling.
Clear, logical thinker with strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills; ability to process large volumes of market data.
Significant programming experience with Python.
Proficiency in Excel, including Visual Basic coding.
Effective communication skills for interaction with clients, portfolio managers, traders, research, and sales teams.
Detail-oriented approach with highly disciplined process and quality control methods.

Nice To Haves

Experience with credit derivatives, CDS, or other structured credit products is a strong plus.
Experience in programming language such as Python, VBA, SQL, and high aptitude for learning new technologies.
Ability to learn quickly, multitask, and self-manage priorities in a dynamic environment.
Ability to build effective relationships and interact comfortably with a wide range of stakeholders, including research teams, sales, traders, portfolio managers, and technologists.

Responsibilities

Generate daily valuations for credit derivatives (e.g., CDS, CDS indices, Index Tranches, Index Option, CLNs), including market data collection, price generation, quality control, and client interaction.
Identify and develop new product growth areas through independent research and collaboration with clients, trading desks, research professionals, and technology teams.
Continuously improve product and service quality through market surveillance, data analysis, process review, and data quality assurance.
Address client concerns and inquiries daily, with emphasis on providing first-class service and quality.
Perform in-depth analysis on individual trades or portfolios and clearly explain nuanced findings to colleagues and clients.
Develop and maintain regular contact with trading desks, research teams, and other market participants.