Agency MBS Trader – VP

Citi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in New York seeks a seasoned Agency MBS trader to support the day-to-day desk activities including market making, risk management, and relative value analysis. The role requires close collaboration with Sales, Research, Quant, Analytics, Technology, and Risk & Control partners.

Based in New York, the position involves occasional travel and a strong emphasis on leadership, performance, and process improvements while maintaining compliance with risk limits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Agency MBS trading, strategy, or portfolio management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Agency MBS risk positions and execute trading strategies.
• Generate trade ideas through analysis of mortgage markets and prepayment dynamics.
• Partner with Sales to provide market liquidity, market insights, and client solutions.
• Collaborate with Research, Quantitative Analytics, and Technology teams to enhance trading and risk management capabilities.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to improve desk efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk limits, controls, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

MBS trading experience

Risk management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Job Overview

The Agency Mortgage Trading business is part of the Spread Products Sales & Trading Division. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day activities of the trading desk, including market making, risk management, relative value analysis, client engagement, and collaboration with Sales, Research, Quantitative Analytics, Technology, and Risk & Control partners. The role requires strong market judgment, analytical capabilities, and leadership skills, with a focus on driving performance, enhancing risk management, and improving trading processes

This position is based in New York and requires occasional travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage Agency MBS risk positions and execute trading strategies.
• Generate trade ideas through analysis of mortgage markets and prepayment dynamics.
• Partner with Sales to provide market liquidity, market insights, and client solutions.
• Collaborate with Research, Quantitative Analytics, and Technology teams to enhance trading and risk management capabilities.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to improve desk efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk limits, controls, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Agency MBS trading, strategy, or portfolio management.
• Extensive experience trading or analyzing TBAs, Specified Pool, CMO, and/or mortgage derivatives.
• Strong understanding of Agency MBS, fixed income markets, interest rates, and options.
• Demonstrated ability to generate actionable trade ideas and manage risk effectively.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; proficiency in Python, SQL, or similar tools preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Job Family Group

Institutional Trading

Job Family

Trading

Primary Location

New York New York United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$175,000.00 - $250,000.00

Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including:

• medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs

Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date

Jul 31, 2026

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