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Conning

Analyst, MBS Trader

Hartford, CT · On-site

Provide market information, trends, and recommendations to trading and portfolio management groups on the MBS market. (25%) Provide sector expertise and knowledge base required to service existing ...

Citigroup, Inc.

Agency MBS Trader - VP

New York, NY · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

The Agency Mortgage Trading business is part of the Spread Products Sales & Trading Division. The ... Manage Agency MBS risk positions and execute trading strategies. * Generate trade ideas through ...

AD Mortgage

Capital Markets Head Trader

Troy, MI · On-site

About this opportunity As the Head of MBS Trading, you will oversee the pricing, hedging, trading, and execution of our mortgage portfolio. You will manage the pooling decision, pipeline risk ...

BNP Paribas

Vice President, Agency MBS Trader

New York, NY · On-site

$147K - $265K/yr

Vice President, Agency MBS Trader Location: 787 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10019 Duties:Bid and ... Work with internal trading team to optimize execution of client queries in structured products ...

Scotiabank

Director, Structured Credit

Dallas, TX · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

... ABS/MBS trading, and other credit trading products. Reporting to the VP & Global Market Systems, this leader will drive strategic planning, execution, and oversight of platforms and operational ...

Northbound Search

MBS Associate

Manhattan, NY

Liaise with the Trading Desk to manage the firm's liquidity requirements * Provide support for the entire lifecycle all products traded including MBS, Treasuries derivatives, repos, etc. * Forecast ...

Scotiabank

Director, Structured Credit

Dallas, TX · On-site

What You'll Do Define and execute global technology roadmap for Structured Credit platforms supporting CRE, TRS, ABS/MBS, and related products. Drive modernization of trading and risk platforms ...

Scotiabank

Director, Structured Credit

Dallas, TX · On-site

What You'll Do • Define and execute global technology roadmap for Structured Credit platforms supporting CRE, TRS, ABS/MBS, and related products. • Drive modernization of trading and risk ...

Scotiabank

Director, Structured Credit

Dallas, TX · On-site

What You'll Do • Define and execute global technology roadmap for Structured Credit platforms supporting CRE, TRS, ABS/MBS, and related products. • Drive modernization of trading and risk ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for mbs trading in the United States is $36.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $46.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MBS Trading?

An MBS Trading job involves buying and selling mortgage-backed securities (MBS) in financial markets. Traders analyze market conditions, interest rates, and prepayment risks to make informed investment decisions. They work for banks, hedge funds, or investment firms, managing portfolios and executing trades to maximize returns. Strong quantitative skills, financial modeling, and knowledge of fixed income markets are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in MBS Trading?

To thrive in MBS Trading, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of fixed income markets (especially mortgage-backed securities), and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or mathematics. Mastery of trading platforms like Bloomberg, proficiency in Excel or Python, and FINRA Series 7 or 63 licenses are often required. Excellent communication, decision-making, and stress management skills set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for effectively analyzing market trends, executing trades, and managing risk in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in MBS Trading?

MBS Traders often face the challenge of navigating complex market dynamics influenced by interest rate movements, prepayment risks, and macroeconomic factors. Staying current with rapidly changing regulations and technological advancements is also crucial in this field. Additionally, the role requires making quick, high-stakes decisions under pressure, often in coordination with sales teams, researchers, and risk managers. Adaptability and continuous learning can help traders succeed and advance in this demanding but rewarding environment.

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Infographic showing various Mbs Trading job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,005 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Analyst, MBS Trader

Conning

Hartford, CT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Conning is a leading global investment management firm with a long history of serving the insurance industry.

We develop customized investment strategies that address our clients' unique objectives, requirements and tolerance for risk. We develop solutions by leveraging Conning's risk management tools and utilizing a highly disciplined investment process that relies on fundamental analysis.

The Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) Trader will be an integral part of the investment team and will be responsible for generating, executing, and communicating investment ideas. This individual will track MBS markets to help form views on relative value and investment themes. The individual will execute MBS trades while monitoring primary and secondary market flows. This individual will also discuss MBS markets, macroeconomics, and US rates with portfolio managers, analysts, clients and prospects.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, develop and present ideas / execute MBS trades. Maintain up to date knowledge of market conditions, flows, dealer axes, secondary BWICs across MBS. Develop and maintain relationships sell side traders and sales to ensure access to issuance, ideas and market information flow. (40%)
Provide market commentary for internal and external uses. Provide market information, trends, and recommendations to trading and portfolio management groups on the MBS market. (25%)
Provide sector expertise and knowledge base required to service existing clients as well as prospective clients via conference calls, meeting presentations, and other documentation. (15%)
Represent Conning in client and prospective client meetings. (10%)
Serve as a backup to the non-agency RMBS trading function. (10%)
Initial coverage includes TBA, specified pools, CMOs, derivatives.

Requirements

MBA and/or CFA designation preferred.
Team oriented individual with ability to work well with diverse groups of traders, credit analysts and portfolio managers.
Existing relationships with sell side traders and/or salespeople with the ability to effectively communicate with the broker/dealer community preferred.
Experience with investment systems, including Bloomberg and YieldBook.
Excellent communication and analytic skills.
Ability to work under pressure and time constraints.
Strong aptitude for handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
Experience with analysis, structure and/or trading MBS.
0-3 years of trading experience.

Decision Making Level/Position Latitude

Significant autonomy under the SP team

Position Scope Data

No direct reports.
Significantly contributes to the success of the SP team and the team's overall performance.

Conning is an equal opportunity employer. Our company embraces the principles of inclusion; our employees can bring the best version of themselves to work every day. We thrive in an environment where everyone's voice is heard, every idea counts, and the differences of our employees are valued. We provide reasonable accommodations to those who need them.

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact us to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Applicants must exhibit a strong commitment to meet compliance obligations reflecting Conning'score values of honesty and integrity; must accept responsibility for compliance in each role and comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and legal requirements.

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