Mizuho is seeking an experienced Associate to join our interest rate and foreign exchange solutions and advisory team to work with senior bankers and sales and trading professionals to deliver best in class service to our clients. The derivatives risk solutions team specializes in foreign exchange and interest rate products which are tailored to our corporate and private equity clients. In this role, you will gain insight into our global investment bank and experience a client focused, entrepreneurial environment.
By joining our team, you will be given the opportunity to be a part of a leading business in Fixed Income and Foreign Exchange sales to corporate clients across our fixed income, banking, and currency businesses.
The Derivatives Risk Solutions Americas team is a collection of salespeople and structurers dedicated to advising global corporations and financial sponsors on interest rate and foreign exchange products. The team works with global corporate and financial sponsor treasury teams to recommend and execute FX and rates products.
Responsibilities
Successful candidates will provide support to senior sales team in the structuring and marketing of interest rate & currency derivative strategies to the team’s clients
You will perform company and market research to identify current trends & opportunities
You’ll be responsible for modeling, structuring, and pricing derivative products
You will help create market commentary on interest rates and foreign exchange markets
Qualifications:
3+ years of experience in front office, derivatives related role, supporting Corporate clients or Sponsor clients
Ideal candidate will have a BA in Finance, Business, Economics, Math, Statistics or other related major
You’ll demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
You’ll have a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
You’ll be adaptable, and work both independently and as part of a team
If you’re familiar with Bloomberg, that’s a plus
The expected base salary ranges from $120,000- $175,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
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Other requirements
Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in front office, derivatives-related role supporting corporate or sponsor clients
- BA in Finance, Business, Economics, Math, Statistics or related major
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Familiarity with Bloomberg
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team; adaptable
Mizuho Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mizuho and has not been reviewed or approved by Mizuho.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are characterized as strong, with plans described as excellent in multiple contexts. U.S. entities provide standard plan options and supporting programs that reinforce overall coverage quality.
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Retirement Support — A U.S. 401(k) program with employer contributions is available, indicating solid retirement support across entities. While formulas may vary by unit and year, the presence of an employer-funded component is a consistent feature.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as meaningful, accompanied by programs that support childcare and eldercare. Flexible workstyles and family-focused resources broaden the depth of family support.
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What We Do
This is not your typical financial institution. It’s our people who make us a cut above. Here, every person is respected because of their differences, not in spite of them. We pride ourselves on a culture of purpose, passion and compassion. At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone. Working for Mizuho opens doors not just to a rewarding career with excellent prospects, but to lasting friendships with colleagues from diverse cultures. It’s the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world. We’re all global citizens, and that’s why our company feels compelled to make an impact through more than just drawing up deals. We prove that it’s possible to do well and do good. We do right by our clients, our community and each other.
