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Trader Fixed Income Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Allocate and Book trade flow and manage the full lifecycle of Equity, Fixed Income, Credit, and Private Assets * Report failed trades and resolve trade issues promptly * Communicate with traders ...

... to trading, new issue set up, credit/quality ratings, portfolio compliance, corporate actions ... General understanding of fixed income analytics, optionality, structured cashflows, and prepayment ...

Senior Data Engineer

Stamford, CT · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

... fixed income, ETFs, and foreign exchange. This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who enjoys ... systematic trading, quantitative research, hedge fund, or financial technology environment.

... to trading, new issue set up, credit/quality ratings, portfolio compliance, corporate actions ... General understanding of fixed income analytics, optionality, structured cashflows, and prepayment ...

Senior Data Engineer

Stamford, CT · On-site

$150K - $200K/yr

... fixed income, ETFs, and foreign exchange. This is an ideal opportunity for an engineer who enjoys ... systematic trading, quantitative research, hedge fund, or financial technology environment.

Securitized Credit Analyst

Stamford, CT · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Knowledge of fixed income, bond math, yield curve dynamics, accounting, corporate credit analysis ... execute trades Compensation * Base: $160,000 - $190,000/year depending on position level and ...

Knowledge of fixed income, bond math, yield curve dynamics, accounting, corporate credit analysis ... execute trades Compensation * Base: $200,000 - $240,000/year * Gainshare annual cash incentive ...

Assistant Investment Analyst

Hartford, CT · On-site

$80K - $94K/yr

This individual will support two senior fixed income analysts covering both Investment Grade and ... clearance of trades for the accounts of you and your household family members as more fully ...

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How much do trader fixed income jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for trader fixed income in Connecticut is $106,895.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,600.00 and $166,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fixed income trader?

A Fixed Income Trader buys and sells debt securities such as government and corporate bonds, treasuries, and other fixed-income instruments. They analyze market trends, interest rates, and economic data to execute profitable trades while managing risk. Fixed Income Traders may work for investment banks, asset managers, or hedge funds, often dealing with institutional clients. Their goal is to optimize returns while ensuring liquidity and compliance with regulations.

What does a fixed income trader do?

A typical day for a Fixed Income Trader involves monitoring global financial markets and economic news, analyzing yield curves and bond performance, executing trades on behalf of clients or the firm, and managing portfolio risks. Traders often collaborate closely with sales teams, research analysts, and risk management professionals to develop effective trading strategies. The environment is fast-paced and requires quick decision-making under pressure, but it also offers opportunities to deepen market expertise and advance into senior trading or portfolio management roles. Successful traders continually adapt to market shifts, ensuring their strategies remain competitive and effective.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a fixed income trader?

To thrive as a Trader Fixed Income, you need strong analytical skills, deep understanding of financial markets, and relevant academic qualifications such as a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Mastery of trading platforms, Bloomberg Terminal, Excel, and often industry certifications like the CFA are highly valuable. Excellent decision-making, communication, and stress management skills set top performers apart in this role. These abilities are crucial for making informed, timely trades and managing risk effectively in fast-paced financial environments.

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Infographic showing various Trader Fixed Income job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 76% In-person, 12% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,895 per year, or $51.4 per hour.

Managing Director, Institutional Sales (CMO Mortgage Products)

Mesirow Financial

Stamford, CT

$100K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices around the world, we serve clients through a personal, custom approach to reaching financial goals and acting as a force for social good. With capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets & Investment Banking, and Advisory Services, we invest in what matters: our clients, our communities and our culture. We are proud of our employee-owned culture, built on collaboration and shared success, empowering our professionals to develop meaningful relationships, pursue growth opportunities and make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Mesirow has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business multiple times and is one of Barron’s Top 100 RIA firms.

Our Institutional Sales and Trading group is comprised of over 100 dedicated traders, salespeople and analysts highly specialized in a variety of sectors of the fixed income market. We provide institutional investors with enhanced market coverage through national sales and trading locations and are recognized  as one of the nations’ most established and experienced participants in the fixed income markets with annual secondary trading volume of more than $149 billion and $395m in average volume of secondary trading positions.

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Managing Director; Institutional Salesperson focused on CMO Mortgage Products to join our team. Proven performance track record  and deep, sustainable industry relationships. This key hire will possess excellent client presentation and communication skills combined with self –motivation, excellent business development acumen and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing and entrepreneurial environment. We are looking for someone to be based out of our primary office locations Chicago, New York, or Stamford.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree,
  • Series 7 & 63 licenses
  • A successful performance record of consistently generating
  • Exceeding revenue targets at a top brokerage firm
  • An ability to travel as needed to client locations and represent the firm at clients /Industry events as requested

In accordance with local state Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $100,000 and $150,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, also provides the opportunity for a commission/bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.

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