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Job Title: Analyst- High Yield Sales & Trading – Institutional Bonds
Location: New York, NY
Division: Sales & Trading, Fixed Income
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated Junior Sales & Trading professional to support our high-yield bond desk, focusing on institutional clients within the energy, infrastructure, maritime, and renewables sectors. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in high-yield bonds and fixed income markets while collaborating closely with senior traders and salespeople.
Key Responsibilities:
Sales Support: Assist in client outreach, relationship management, and trade execution for high-yield bonds.
Trading Support: Help execute secondary market trades, monitor pricing, liquidity, and market conditions.
Market Research: Conduct research on trends, credit risk, and economic factors affecting high-yield bonds in relevant sectors.
Portfolio Analysis: Assist in risk analysis, performance tracking, and compliance for client portfolios.
Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, assist with daily trading documentation.
Client Solutions: Work with senior team members to create tailored bond strategies and portfolio solutions for clients.
Market Intelligence: Track market sentiment and sector developments, particularly in energy, infrastructure, and renewables.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
Licenses: FINRA Series 7, Series 63, and Series 57.
Experience: 5 years of experience in institutional bond trading or sales with a focus on high-yield products.
Skills: Strong analytical abilities, familiarity with Bloomberg and trading platforms, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in energy, infrastructure, or renewables sectors.
Strong networking and relationship-building skills within institutional sales and trading.
Interest in global macroeconomic trends affecting the energy and infrastructure sectors.
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off, holiday schedule, and 401(k) with company match
Access to professional development and industry certifications
Why Join Us:
Growth Opportunities: Join an expanding investment bank with direct exposure to high-yield bond trading.
Dynamic Team: Work with experts across exciting sectors like energy and infrastructure.
Innovative Environment: Be part of a firm that encourages initiative and professional growth.
Compensation: $150k-$180k plus 50%-100% bonus (No signing bonuses)
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000