Prime Financial Services - Securities Lending and Synthetics - Associate

Job Description
JPMorgan Prime Finance is looking to hire an Associate candidate on the Hedge Fund distribution team, providing equity financing and securities lending coverage to hedge fund clients. The role is particularly focused on International markets and requires coordination with regional desks (London, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Sydney, Paris, Sao Paulo) to ensure an integrated global client experience.
The candidate should possess a strong work ethic, market knowledge and the ability to initiate and cultivate internal and external relationships across key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and deepen strategic relationships with hedge fund clients from onboarding to product/market expansion.
• Identify and implement cash prime brokerage and swap financing solutions across NA, EMEA and APAC regions.
• Provide securities lending expertise, including locate approvals, short interest estimates and rate management.
• Monitor short interest and borrow trends at the security, sector and market levels.
• Promote global equity finance capabilities across regions, leveraging specialized product knowledge in over 50 markets.
• Advise on market access, documentation, financing efficiencies and trading across cash and swap.
• Collaborate with sales teams and other functional partners to deliver full-service coverage and identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications:

• International market experience and derivatives product knowledge are strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in extracting data from MIS reporting to produce insightful flow commentary.
• Capable of processing large volumes of information and managing flow data in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated .
• Strong organizational skills; proficiency in Excel and coding.
• FINRA Series 7 & 63 certifications preferred.

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.