Global Markets Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)
About The Position
Founded in 2004 by investment bankers, Wall Street Prep (WSP) equips financial professionals and students with the practical skills needed to excel in their careers. Our instructor-led and online training programs bridge the gap between academia and real-world application, empowering thousands of students and professionals globally each year. Our clients include leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, corporates, and top undergraduate and MBA programs worldwide. We are seeking an engaging and experienced Global Markets Instructor to deliver live, instructor-led training programs focused on sales & trading and global financial markets. In this role, you will prepare participants for careers across global markets by translating complex products, market dynamics, and trading concepts into clear, practical instruction. This position offers the opportunity to sharpen your presentation and public speaking skills, establish yourself as a thought leader in financial markets education, and expand your professional network across the finance industry.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Sales & Trading or Global Markets roles at a top-tier bank, hedge fund, or institutional investment firm.
- Experience must span two or more asset classes, such as: Rates / Interest Rates Credit (Investment Grade, High Yield, Corporate Bonds) Equity Derivatives FX / Foreign Exchange Emerging Markets Securitized Products (ABS, CLOs, structured products) Cross-asset products
- Relevant roles may include: Salesperson / Sales Trader / Trading Structurer / Structuring Quantitative Researcher / Quant
- Strong enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing.
- Availability to conduct a minimum of 15 days of training per year.
- Seasonal availability expectations: Summer: Monday–Friday availability required Fall/Spring: Weekday and weekend availability preferred
- Willingness to teach: Week-long intensive programs Multi-week or modular programs
- Must be based in the United States or the United Kingdom.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching, training, or client-facing presentation experience is highly desirable but not required.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate live, instructor-led global markets training sessions (in-person and virtual) for: Undergraduate and MBA business programs Investment banks, hedge funds, and other financial institutions
- Teach core concepts across sales & trading, market structure, products, and risk management, with an emphasis on real-world application.
- Customize delivery to different audiences, experience levels, and market regions.
- Complete WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program, a professional development initiative for new instructors, within the first four weeks of onboarding.
Benefits
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation and impact.
- Competitive compensation, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
- Access to professional development through WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program.
- Opportunities to expand your professional finance network.
- Ongoing development of presentation, communication, and public speaking skills.
- The chance to work alongside a dynamic, globally minded team.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
