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Northern Trust

Fixed Income Trader

Chicago, IL · On-site

Fixed Income Trader The Fixed Income Trader is responsible for executing fixed income transactions in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring fair, accurate, and timely execution and ...

Northern Trust

Fixed Income Trader

Chicago, IL · Hybrid

Fixed Income Trader The Fixed Income Trader is responsible for executing fixed income transactions in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring fair, accurate, and timely execution and ...

Raymond James Financial, Inc.

Advise on legal and regulatory issues affecting fixed income sales and trading (both retail and institutional), including documentation standards, collateral arrangements, and applicable regulatory ...

Piper Sandler

$21 - $30/hr

The Fixed Income Internship Program is a 10-week program where you will learn about Fixed Income ... Support sales team, learn how we sell products to the buyside * Assist trading and underwriting ...

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Piper Sandler

$21 - $30/hr

The Fixed Income Internship Program is a 10-week program where you will learn about Fixed Income ... Support sales team, learn how we sell products to the buyside * Assist trading and underwriting ...

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Piper Sandler

$21 - $30/hr

The Fixed Income Internship Program is a 10-week program where you will learn about Fixed Income ... Support sales team, learn how we sell products to the buyside * Assist trading and underwriting ...

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Huntington Bank

Managing Director, Institutional Fixed Income Sales The Managing Director in Institutional Fixed ... Direct client-facing materials, including market updates, trade ideas, portfolio reviews, and ...

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.

## Fixed Income Trader - Buy SideApplylocations: PA - Philadelphia (19103)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R231058# **Position Overview**At PNC, our people are our greatest ...

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Fixed Income Trader

Chicago, IL • On-site

Northern Trust
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

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Job description

About Northern Trust
As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world's most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.
Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.
With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Fixed Income Trader
The Fixed Income Trader is responsible for executing fixed income transactions in accordance with established guidelines, ensuring fair, accurate, and timely execution and settlement.
The role requires close monitoring of market conditions, disciplined management of order flow, and effective communication of relevant pricing and market developments to portfolio managers and key stakeholders.
Major Duties:
  • Executes fixed income trades while minimizing market impact and transaction costs.
  • Ensures fair, timely, and unbiased trade execution.
  • Partners with clients and internal stakeholders on investment ideas and strategy implementation.
  • Communicates market developments and pricing impacts to portfolio managers and other stakeholders.
  • Ensures accurate and timely trade settlement in accordance with established controls.
  • Maintains relationships with counterparties to support trading execution and liquidity management.
  • Responds promptly to client, portfolio management, and internal partner inquiries.
  • Maintains knowledge of applicable regulations, industry practices, and trading requirements.
  • Adheres to trading procedures, risk controls, and governance standards.

Qualifications:
  • Preferred: College or University degree.
  • 3-5 yrs prior experience in fixed income trading or a closely related trading role.
  • Strong knowledge of investments, including terminology, instruments, general industry practices, market structures, execution techniques, regulatory environment, and relevant securities laws, typically acquired through on-the-job experience and/or completion of a four-year degree, to support effective fixed income trade execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to assess market events, exercise sound judgment, and make timely decisions in dynamic market conditions.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • FINRA Securities Licenses 7, 52, and 63 required; Series 53 is a plus.
  • Versatility across multiple fixed income products, supporting broader market insight and cross-product collaboration.

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Salary Range:
116,100 to 156,700 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).
Working with Us
As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.
Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust's history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.
Reasonable Accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

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