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Operations Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

Demonstrated knowledge of the trade life cycle across at least two asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX, loans). * Knowledge of core banking or capital markets platforms (Murex ...

Demonstrated knowledge of the trade life cycle across at least two asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX, loans). * Knowledge of core banking or capital markets platforms (Murex ...

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How much do trader fixed income jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for trader fixed income in Utah is $102,297.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,600.00 and $159,300.00 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.

What job categories do people searching Trader Fixed Income jobs in Utah look for?

The top searched job categories for Trader Fixed Income jobs in Utah are:

Infographic showing various Trader Fixed Income job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 61% Full Time, 37% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 64% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 35% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,297 per year, or $49.2 per hour.

Controllers, Private Valuation Oversight/Product Control, Associate

Salt Lake City, UT


Goldman Sachs, Inc.
Finance and Insurance • 10K+ employees

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

88th of 172 rated banks

Good employer

Recommended by parents

Respectful managers


Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Summary:

  • Work within the AWM (Asset & Wealth Management) Public Product Control team, which is responsible for oversight of equity, fixed income, alternatives and derivative valuation across mutual funds, separate accounts and hedge funds
  • Responsible for the price verification of investments; including fixed income, equity and derivatives 
  • Interact with Controller's management, the portfolio management team and traders, as well as support areas such as Operations, Risk, Technology, Fund Accounting, Legal, Compliance and Investor Relations

Principal responsibilities include the following:

  • Responsible for assisting in the price verification of fixed income securities, as well as over the counter ("OTC") derivative positions held in the portfolios, including interest rate swaps, credit default swaps, equity and FX options
  • Assist in the development of a valuation and price verification framework for newly traded securities, new funds and alternative products, in conjunction with key federation stakeholders (IT, Operations, Legal, Compliance, etc.) and the Portfolio Management/Trading teams
  • Regular interaction with independent fund administrators to resolve daily valuation questions for securities (equities, fixed income and OTC derivatives) held in daily mutual funds, which includes making fair valuation recommendations
  • Preparation of management reports and key valuation metrics for the Business, Controllers Management and Fund Boards
  • Coordinate an annual vendor due diligence process with independent third party pricing vendors and brokers
  • Responsible for reviewing and updating the Valuation Policy at least annually

Basic Qualifications:  

  • Accounting, Economics or Finance degree preferred, but not required
  • CFA, CPA or work towards the designations preferred, but nor required
  • 2-5 years experience in the financial markets and the investment management industry is preferred   
  • Requires a willingness and drive to understand valuation methods for the types of securities mentioned above
  • Strong interpersonal (verbal and written communication) skills   
  • Ability to work in a team environment   
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills   
  • Ability to take initiative and work efficiently   
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Desktop Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and AI Tools, including Copilot

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About Goldman Sachs

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At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs.

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Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1869


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