Associate Trader, Fixed Income

Russell Investments; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Access to healthcare benefits

Retirement plans

Vacation and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Russell Investments is looking for an Associate Trader for their Fixed Income team in Seattle, Washington. The role involves executing trading strategies and analyzing performance against guidelines. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in finance and 1–2+ years of fixed-income trading experience. The salary range is $100,000 to $120,000 USD with additional performance bonuses and competitive benefits.

Successful candidates will display strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel and SQL. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of fixed-income trading experience, preferably including international securities.
• Ability to study for and obtain SIE, Series7, 55, and 63 licenses.
• Knowledge of the Global Fixed Income Trading Marketplace preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Fixed Income trading team to execute trading strategies.
• Analyze trading performance against best-execution guidelines.
• Develop cost-effective trading strategies using risk models.

Skills

Fixed-income trading experience

Communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field

Tools

SQL

Electronic trading platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Tradeweb)

Job description

Associate Trader, Fixed Income – Seattle

Salary Range: $100,000 USD – $120,000 USD. Compensation is based on experience, skills, qualifications and other factors permitted by law. Total rewards include an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) and access to competitive benefits programs such as healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Fixed Income trading team to execute a broad array of trading strategies in global markets, from global mandates to focused mandates across fixed income markets.
• Analyze trading performance against best‑execution guidelines through pre‑trade and post‑trade analysis.
• Develop and implement cost‑effective trading strategies using risk models, optimization systems, and other analytical tools.
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients, investment managers, and portfolio managers, ensuring compliance with best‑practice standards.
• Interface with various systems and operate multiple market‑facing execution technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or a related field.
• 1–2+ years of fixed‑income trading experience, preferably including international securities.
• Ability to study for and obtain SIE, Series7, 55, and 63 licenses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent problem‑solving skills; driven self‑starter.
• Knowledge of the Global Fixed Income Trading Marketplace and clearing infrastructure is preferred.
• Experience with electronic trading platforms such as Tradeweb, MarketAxess, Bloomberg, Liquidnet, TruMid, MTS, and Yieldbroker is preferred.

Additional Information

Work Location: Seattle, Washington.

This role is not eligible for employment‑based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Russell Investments is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and applicants regardless of race, religion, ancestry, creed, color, gender (including gender identity), age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, and other characteristics protected by law.