Fixed Income Trader

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume to: Careers@payden.com

Reference: FITLA1126-JCMC

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Payden & Rygel is one of the largest independently owned global investment management firms. We offer a full array of investment strategies and products, including fixed income, equity, and balanced portfolios as well as open-end mutual funds and offshore funds, to a varied client base around the world. While we have grown and expanded considerably since our inception in 1983, we remain committed to our mission of providing customized investment management solutions that focus on each client's specific needs and objectives.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Cash Trading Desk works closely with the Low Duration Strategy Team in the management of the client portfolios across a range of Enhanced Cash strategies. The role of the Cash Trader is to ensure cash is available in client portfolios for daily activity which can include settlements and/or flows. This person also works with other teams across the firm for any same day cash needs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Domestic Bond Trading
• Market Surveillance – Monitor the market and communicate factors that impact portfolio’s buy/sell decisions. This includes understanding economic fundamentals, supply and demand dynamics, seasonal events and technical factors that drive the market.
• Portfolio Construction – Analyze, propose, and execute trades.
• Portfolio Monitoring – Track portfolios for proper structure, sector weightings and duration.
• Understand account guidelines and monitor portfolios for compliance with guidelines.
• Support settlements and pricing functions

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-5 years of fixed income trading experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interest in financial markets/economics
• Detail oriented
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Proficient with Excel, Power Point and Bloomberg

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree, (3.0 minimum GPA)
• CFA designation is required (minimum level 1 completed)

We offer competitive compensation comprised of salary, discretionary bonus, and 401k/profit-sharing based on level of experience and skills brought to bear as well as full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Payden & Rygel is an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. Payden does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, past or present physical or mental disability, HIV status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran status, military service, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic violence victim status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

If you have a disability, and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at careers@payden or 213-625-1900.