Fixed Income Trader

Mawer Brand; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Calgary is seeking a trader/analyst to oversee daily trading operations in fixed income assets. Candidates should have a strong technical background, with at least 4 years of experience in capital markets, and amenities include comprehensive health benefits and unlimited vacation days. Apply by November 7th.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Retirement planning assistance

Annual learning stipend

Parental leave top-up

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in capital markets, preferably on the fixed income/derivatives side.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day trading of fixed income assets.
• Execute Canadian Money Market FX spot/forwards futures.
• Monitor and adjust daily portfolio.

Skills

Strong technical/programming skills (Python, SQL)

Knowledge of electronic trading platforms: Bloomberg, CanDeal, MarketAccess

Strong work ethic

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in any discipline

Job description

Full Time

Location : Calgary AB or Toronto ON

Be Boring. Make Money. is our investment approach but we are anything but dull. We are a diverse passionate team united by our commitment to provide our clients with financial peace of mind and our desire to create one of the best companies in the world. A career with us will be demanding; however the experience will also be dynamic supportive intellectually stimulating and above all meaningful. We take pride in doing things a little differently than other investment firms. Innovative ideas diverse opinions and experiences and teamwork are expected and rewarded regardless of title or tenure.

Dedicated to our people we have consistently been recognized as a preferred employer receiving awards such as Canadas Top 100 Employers (2025) Alberta Top Employers (2025) and Canadas Top Small & Medium Employer (2025).

The Opportunity

Mawer Investment Management is hiring for the position of trader / analyst within its expanding fixed income group. We look for self‑motivated individuals willing and able to enhance our processes strengthen our culture and help build Mawer into one of the best global investment management firms.

Role Responsibilities

• Work with our head trader to oversee the day‑to‑day trading of the firm’s fixed income assets
• Primary execution for the Canadian Money Market FX spot / forwards futures
• Secondary execution of Canadian and global bonds
• Over time become primary execution for rates strategies / shifts (Federal Provincial Derivatives)
• Daily portfolio monitoring and adjustment
• Liaise with our investment operations team to ensure timely settlement of fixed‑income related products
• Work with the Rates / Macro team to develop interest rate trading strategies (using both macro and market data)
• Work with Rates / Macro team to develop portfolio construction tools / security level screens (Provincial and Federal securities)
• Participate in the economic outlook by bringing a market perspective to the discussions

Desired Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in capital markets preferably on the fixed income / derivatives side
• Bachelors or Masters degree in any discipline
• Strong technical / programming skills (Python, SQL, AI tools) considered an asset
• Knowledge of electronic trading platforms: Bloomberg, CanDeal, MarketAccess is considered an asset
• Strong work ethic and a demonstrated track record of excellence and commitment to achieve meaningful results

Why Mawer

• Directly contribute to the firm’s growth as a global independent investment manager.
• Learn and work within a high‑performing team that has consistently delivered exceptional long‑term investment results and high levels of client satisfaction.
• Be a part of a meritocracy in which the quality of ideas supersedes hierarchy; where every role is valued and every voice heard. At Mawer talented team members can progress quickly regardless of tenure or experience.
• Our unique culture which is integral to who we are and (we think) a competitive advantage. Our culture is shaped by our core values (integrity, putting clients’ interests first, excellence, teamwork and long‑term thinking) and key behaviours (curiosity, candour, accountability and appreciation) which are much more than words on a page. They guide the way we operate, make decisions and communicate every day.
• We offer a flexible work environment with a blended workplace approach tailored to the unique needs of each department and team. This allows employees to seamlessly combine in‑person and remote work experiences fostering collaboration, promoting work‑life integration and empowering our team members to thrive in a dynamic interconnected professional setting.

Our Benefits and Perks Include

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Unlimited vacation days
• Retirement planning assistance including RSP contributions
• Annual learning stipend
• Parental leave top‑up
• Significant community investment contribution via our Employee Matching Program

To apply please submit your resume by November 7.

At Mawer we are committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion. We strive to attract, hire, develop and retain the best people from a wide variety of backgrounds/experiences and create an environment where unique ideas and perspectives are heard and valued. We believe a diverse and inclusive culture fuels innovation and enables more effective decision‑making across the firm, helping to improve investment performance, strengthen client partnerships and create more value for all stakeholders: clients, employees, owners and society.

We administer all practices and programs without discrimination and strive to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request accommodation or special assistance during the application process. If you need accommodation or assistance please contact us at [e-mail].

We believe experience comes in many forms and we’re committed to adding new perspectives to our team. If your experience is close to what we’ve outlined we encourage you to apply.

About Mawer

Established in 1974 Mawer Investment Management Ltd. is an independent firm that provides world‑class global investment management services to a broad range of institutional and individual clients. We are proud of our reputation as one of Canada’s most respected investment management firms and strive to earn such respect by continually delivering long‑term investment excellence, developing strong client partnerships and living our core values.

No telephone inquiries please.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.