Securities Financing is an investment overlay strategy that enhances the intrinsic value of a portfolio of securities by generating alpha or income which can be used to increase a portfolio’s return.

As an Agency Securities Finance Trader in the Agency Securities Finance team, you will be responsible for the discretionary lending trading activities across fixed income and equities assets which are held within the J.P. Morgan Agency Securities Lending program. You will work closely with Operations, Technology, Sales, Relationship Management, Legal, Compliance and other key internal business partners. 

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the Australia & New Zealand markets trading book appropriately, identifying & maximizing opportunities across client portfolios with a cross market/sector focus.
• Act as a subject matter expertise for APAC Equities markets and global Fixed Income trading, working closely with senior Trading and Portfolio Managers.
• Maintain an acute awareness of the market environment and provide relevant, thoughtful, and timely commentary to stakeholders to ensure transparency and optimal communication flows.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing trading counterparts as well as internal business partners.
• Understand the importance of effective risk management noting the high-risk nature of APAC lending and cash reinvestment markets.
• Work closely with Operations stakeholders to ensure seamless trading efficiencies.
• Leverage technology and analytics to optimize trading and portfolio management opportunities.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience – Equities and/or Fixed Income and Funding/Cash re-investment.
• Knowledge of Agency Securities Financing.
• Ability to communicate concepts and ideas, protect their validity and tailor messages towards different audiences.
• Advanced Excel, excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and prioritize appropriately.
• An ability to effectively manage relationships, both internal and external.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• CFA qualification 
• General knowledge of Capital Markets, Economic Theory, Portfolio Management Theory and Money Market Securities.