Senior Investment Grade Trader

The role holder will ensure the HSBC values are present in everything we do, both individually and as an Organisation.

This will be achieved by consistently displaying the behaviours of: 

• Dependable and do the right thing

• Open to different ideas and cultures

• Connected to customers, communities, regulators and each other.

Role Purpose

• Provides timely and accurate execution of trades for the Bank’s targeted clients in assigned area. 

• Effectively maintains various risk positions whilst adhering to the Bank’s risk appetite.  Achieves revenue, hit ratio and return targets set by management.

• Ensure Top 3 in Yankee Bank Revenue/Franchise supporting DCM Franchise.

• Net Revenue Targets: $15mm+

• Ensures correct ticket entry and order routing, maintains communication with sales desk and assists in resolving any settlement problems, ensures ticket entry completion and provides general trade support, as necessary.

• Provides pricing to sales force and clients in line with the Bank’s policies

• Ensures all trades are booked to front office position keeping system in accordance with internal policy and regulatory requirements.

• Reviews daily and/or monthly reports, as assigned.

• Ensuring that all transactions deliver fair outcomes for our customers and do not disrupt the orderly and transparent operation of financial markets; and are in line with the HSBC Code of Conduct. 

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the product area including market liquidity and volatility, pricing and trading strategies

For this role, the targeted fixed pay is $400,000.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

• Market making experience, detailed knowledge of all aspects of business’ trading area

• Bachelor’s or equivalent University degree, or equivalent work-related experience.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with very strong analytical skills.

• Ability to multi-task and to work well under pressure, strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Able to understand and manage complex and diverse instruments.

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment.  You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC.  We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.