ETF Trading - Associate

Job Description
The Equities team is responsible for executing large-scale equity transactions and providing strategic insights to optimize trading performance.
As an Associate in ETF Trading, you will be responsible for executing large-scale equity transactions and providing strategic insights to optimize trading performance. Your role requires fluency in navigating complex trading products and effectively engaging with a diverse client base, including asset managers, insurance accounts, pension funds, banks, sovereign wealth funds, corporations, and hedge funds. You will collaborate closely with sales trading and quantitative research teams to deliver comprehensive client solutions and drive innovation in trading strategies.
Job responsibilities:

• Perform as a Block trader on the US Equity ETF trading team, responsible for customer facilitation and risk pricing in US-listed Equity ETFs.
• Identify trading opportunities, develop and implement strategies to capitalize on attractive situations.
• Develop and refine proprietary internal valuation models.
• Provide strategic recommendations to enhance trading performance and optimize client outcomes.
• Examine, analyze, and validate profit & loss reports prepared by others.
• Collaborate with sales and quantitative research teams to develop tailored client solutions and drive innovation in trading strategies.
• Foster partnerships with internal stakeholders across global equity teams, technology, risk, and control functions.
• Identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency and reduce operational risk

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• At least 2+ years of experience in Equity markets
• Strong understanding of equities execution products, market structure, and the regulatory landscape.
• Clear, logical thinker with strong qualitative skills, including effective communication and presentation.
• Strong team player who partners well with principals of the platform, including Sales trading and Quantitative Research.
• Self-motivated individual with the drive and skill to seek out new client opportunities and produce thoughtful trade ideas.
• Strong proficiency in Bloomberg, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in code design and programming skills, with primary focus on Python / KDB.
• Proficiency and desire to manage risk and work closely with our institutional client base.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• International Equity ETF Trading experience preferred.
• Preferred Series 7, Series 55, and Series 63 licenses.

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.