Securities Services - Agency Securities Finance Trader - Associate

Job Description
Agency Securities Finance Trader is responsible for the discretionary lending trading activities across fixed income and equities assets which are held within the J.P. Morgan Agency Securities Lending program.
Securities Lending is an investment overlay strategy that enhances the intrinsic value of a portfolio of securities by generating alpha or income which can be used to increase a portfolio's return.
As an Agency Securities Finance Trader in the Agency Securities Lending team, you will be based in Hong Kong and be a part of the wider APAC trading team with locations in Sydney and Tokyo. You will be accountable to drive revenues and build the business while managing risk. Our trading team also works closely with Operations, Technology, Sales, Relationship Management, Legal, Compliance and other key internal business partners.
Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior trading as you gain expertise across APAC Equities and global Fixed Income markets.
• Generate Revenue by identifying & maximizing opportunities across client portfolios with a cross market/sector focus.
• Maintain an acute awareness of the market environment and provide relevant, thoughtful and timely commentary to stakeholders to ensure transparency and optimal communication flows.
• Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing trading counterparts as well as internal business partners.
• Understand the importance of effective risk management noting the high-risk nature of APAC lending markets.
• Work closely with Operations and Corporate Actions stakeholders to ensure seamless trading efficiencies.
• Leverage technology and analytics to optimize trading and portfolio management opportunities.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Minimum 2-3 years relevant experience - Equities and/or Fixed Income trading, and Funding/Cash re-investment.
• Ability to communicate concepts and ideas, protect their validity and tailor messages towards different audiences. Must have excellent communication skills
• Advanced Excel, excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, independently and prioritize appropriately.
• Keen decision-making skills with proven ability to problem solve effectively.
• An ability to effectively manage relationships, both internal and external.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Knowledge of Agency Securities Financing would be an advantage
• Language skills, specifically Mandarin, would be an advantage.

About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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.
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.