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Hudson River Trading

FICC Clearing Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking an experienced FICC Clearing Associate to join our Securities Financing & Clearing team in New York City. This role will support the clearance and settlement of ...

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A FICC trader specializes in trading fixed income, currencies, and commodities markets. They analyze market data, execute trades, and manage risk in these asset classes, often using trading platforms and financial models. FICC traders typically work in investment banks or trading firms and require strong analytical skills and market knowledge.

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Traders at Goldman Sachs typically earn a base salary ranging from $70,000 to $150,000 annually, with total compensation including bonuses often reaching several hundred thousand dollars or more depending on performance and experience. Compensation varies based on seniority, trading desk, and individual results.

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FICC traders, who buy and sell fixed income, currencies, and commodities, can earn over $1 million annually, especially with experience, high performance, and bonuses. Other high-earning roles include hedge fund managers, investment bankers, and senior executives in finance, often requiring advanced degrees, certifications, and extensive industry experience.

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Primary RoleExecutes trading strategies in fixed income, currencies, and commodities marketsBuilds client relationships and sells fixed income products to clients
Required SkillsMarket analysis, trading platforms, risk managementClient communication, product knowledge, sales skills
Work EnvironmentTrading desks, financial institutionsClient-facing, sales offices
CertificationsTypically CFA or similar, trading licensesSame as Ficc Trader, with emphasis on sales certifications

Ficc Traders focus on executing trades and managing market risk, while Ficc Sales Traders concentrate on client relationships and selling fixed income products. Both roles require similar certifications and work in related environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

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FICC Clearing Associate

FICC Clearing Associate

Hudson River Trading

New York, NY

$150K - $200K/yr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Hudson River Trading (HRT) is seeking an experienced FICC Clearing Associate to join our Securities Financing & Clearing team in New York City. This role will support the clearance and settlement of fixed income products, with a primary focus on U.S. Treasuries cleared via the Fixed Income Clearing Corporation (FICC). In this role, you will ensure timely and accurate trade processing, resolve exceptions, and help enhance our clearing infrastructure as our business expands. 

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in fixed income, trading systems, and technology, and will be an enthusiastic contributor eager to learn and make an immediate, tangible impact on our fixed income business.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end trade clearance and settlement of U.S. Treasury transactions cleared through the FICC
  • Monitor trade flows and ensure accurate trade capture, reporting, allocation, and matching
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve breaks, fails, and settlement discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Liaise with counterparties, custodians, and the FICC to ensure smooth trade settlement
  • Partner with internal teams (e.g., trading desk, middle office/operations, compliance, and risk) to optimize clearing workflows
  • Support regulatory and industry reporting requirements related to fixed income clearance and settlement
  • Manage intraday and end of day funding of custodial account and oversee intraday credit usage
  • Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, and controls to strengthen operational risk management
  • Provide subject matter expertise on FICC rules, margining, and settlement processes

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of relevant experience in fixed income operations, preferably in U.S. Treasuries clearance and settlement
  • Strong understanding of U.S. Treasury market, FICC processes, margin, and settlement cycles
  • Experience working with clearing systems, trade matching platforms, and custodians
  • Proven ability to manage trade exceptions and settlement breaks
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Meticulously detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Equity and/or F&O clearing experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements impacting fixed income clearing (e.g., SEC, FINRA, DTCC rules) is a plus

The estimated base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 per year, based on job-related skills and experience. This role will also be eligible for discretionary performance-based bonuses and a competitive benefits package.

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