FHNF TRADING ASSISTANT

Posted 15 Days Ago
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New York, NY, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Financial Services
The Role
Provide operational and analytical support to fixed income traders: monitor and input trades, maintain trade logs and market data, resolve trade issues with brokers and internal teams, gather research and pricing, support compliance and risk monitoring, and participate in system/process improvement projects.
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Perform detail-oriented tasks and provide specialized support for our traders and customer base. Monitors trade orders as they progress and maintains trade logs, reports, and other documentation. Reviews discrepancies and inputs data into financial tracking systems. Gathers relevant financial information to support traders. Responds to client inquiries.


The ideal candidate will be proactive, tech-savvy, and possess excellent communication and analytical skills, attention to detail, and desire to build a career in fixed income markets. This entry-level position provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in institutional bond markets while working closely with traders, sales, operations, and compliance teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day support to fixed income traders focusing on investment-grade corporate bonds.
  • Accurately curate and disseminate market information to traders, sales and customers. 
  • Assist with trade entry and trade execution processes.
  • Communicate with brokers, counterparties, and internal operations teams to resolve trade-related issues.
  • Maintain and update market data and pricing information.
  • Support traders with market research, data gathering, and analysis.
  • Assist in monitoring risk guidelines and compliance.
  • Participate in special projects related to trading systems, process improvements, and market analysis.

              Requirements:

              • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration 
              • Strong interest in financial markets and fixed income investing.
              • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
              • High attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
              • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
              • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
              • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
              • Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic.
              • Internship experience in finance, banking, investment management, or capital markets is a plus.
              • Knowledge of Bloomberg application is a plus.
              • Series 7 is a plus.
              • Familiarity with fixed income securities and bond market concepts is a plus.

              About FHN Financial

              FHN Financial is an industry leader in fixed income sales, trading, and strategies for institutional customers in the US and abroad. In addition, FHN Financial offers a full platform of balance sheet management solutions. With an average daily trading volume of approximately $5 billion, we do business with half of all banks in the U.S. To learn more, please visit us at www.fhnfinancial.com

              About Us
              First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at www.FirstHorizon.com. 

              Benefit Highlights
              • Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision
              • HSA with company match
              • Maternity and parental leave
              • Tuition reimbursement
              • Mentor program
              • 401(k) with 6% match
              • More -- FirstHorizon.com/First-Horizon-National-Corporation/Careers/Our-Benefits

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                      Skills Required

                      • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Administration
                      • Strong interest in financial markets and fixed income investing
                      • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
                      • High attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
                      • Strong verbal and written communication skills
                      • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
                      • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
                      • Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, and strong work ethic
                      • Internship experience in finance, banking, investment management, or capital markets
                      • Knowledge of Bloomberg application
                      • Series 7
                      • Familiarity with fixed income securities and bond market concepts
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                      The Company
                      HQ: Memphis, TN
                      215 Employees

                      What We Do

                      Few financial firms can boast a history dating back to 1864. Yet for over 155 years, FHN Financial has been dedicated to helping our customers achieve their fixed income goals. Whether you want to buy or sell securities, need help managing your balance sheet, or seek to limit interest rate risk, we can deliver the appropriate products and services, precisely tailored to your needs. We’re confident you won’t find a more responsive, customer-focused fixed income shop anywhere. FHN Financial is an industry leader in fixed income sales, trading, and strategies for institutional customers in the US and abroad. We also provide investment services and balance sheet management solutions. With an average daily trading volume of $7+ billion, FHN Financial customers include approximately 50% of all US banks.

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