Junior Trader – Structured Products Group

Guggenheim Partners • Chicago, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Guggenheim is seeking an experienced, motivated Junior Trader to join our Fixed Income Structured Products Group (SPG) Trading Desk in Chicago. Reporting directly to the Head of Fixed Income Trading, the candidate will be responsible for supporting senior members of SPG by analyzing trade opportunities as well as tracking P&L, booking trades, reviewing offering documents, analyzing asset portfolios, and running collateral analyses. This position will also require strong collaboration with our salesforce and operations groups to facilitate customer requests and market the product and sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Economics/Finance/Accounting preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in capital markets
• FINRA Series 7 and Series 63 preferred
• Quantitative and analytic skills including advanced use of Excel and VBA Macros
• Proven ability to assess risk and liquidity

Nice To Haves

• Ability to spot arising opportunities and assertiveness to seize them
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituents
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team or on an individual basis in a fast-paced environment; easily adaptable to changing situations
• Fast decision-making skills, mental discipline and ability to solve problems under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment; maintain integrity at all times

Responsibilities

• Analyzing trade opportunities
• Tracking P&L
• Booking trades
• Reviewing offering documents
• Analyzing asset portfolios
• Running collateral analyses
• Collaborating with salesforce and operations groups to facilitate customer requests and market the product and sector

What This Job Offers

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