PricingDirect - Securities Valuation - Analyst

Job Description
Are you a quantitative professional with expertise in derivatives and fixed income? We are seeking a PricingDirect Analyst to join our team in a demanding role that combines complex financial analysis with cutting-edge technology. This position offers the opportunity to work with sophisticated valuation models and provide first-class service to our clients.
Job Summary
As a PricingDirect Analyst, you will be responsible for generating security valuations across multiple market closes while performing complex quantitative and data analysis. You will work in a dynamic environment that requires self-motivated problem-solving skills and the ability to develop new areas of product growth through independent research and client interactions.
Job Responsibilities

• Generate daily security valuations for multiple market closes, including market data collection and analysis, price generation, quality control, and client feedback.
• Examine and develop new areas of product growth through independent research and interactions with clients, trading desks, research professionals, and technology teams.
• Address client concerns on a daily basis with emphasis on providing first-class service and quality.
• Continuously improve product and service quality through daily market surveillance, communication with market participants, data analysis, and process enhancement.
• Develop and maintain regular contact with trading desks, research teams, and market participants.
• Perform in-depth analysis on individual securities or portfolios and explain nuances to colleagues and clients.
• Collect and analyze large amounts of market information and incorporate findings into valuation processes.
• Utilize creative problem-solving skills while performing well under pressure.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher, ideally in Finance or a related field such as Physics, Economics, Statistics, Business Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, or Data Science.
• Knowledge of fixed income and derivatives products and pricing.
• Experience in programming languages such as Python, VBA, Perl, Java, C/C++, or SQL.
• Proficiency in Excel and high aptitude for learning new technologies.
• Clear, logical thinking with strong quantitative abilities.
• Effective communication skills to interact with traders, research teams, and clients.
• Strong understanding of finance principles, derivative and fixed income securities, and mathematical modeling.
• Detail-oriented approach with highly disciplined process and quality control methods.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Practical exposure to machine learning and artificial intelligence packages.
• Experience with databases and various programming languages.
• Strong Excel skills with Python coding experience.
• Ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and self-manage priorities.
• Strong team player with excellent client communication skills.

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.