Capital Markets Portfolio Trader I

Fhlb Pgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Fhlb Pgh in Pittsburgh seeks a Capital Markets Portfolio Trader I to monitor fixed-income markets, support balance sheet management, and assist with analytics. The role executes transactions aligned with risk/return objectives and collaborates with Risk Management, Finance, Legal, and IT.

Candidates should have a BS in Finance/Economics, 5–7 years in finance, strong Excel/PowerPoint, and Bloomberg familiarity. MBA or CFA is a plus; on-site presence in Pittsburgh is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Finance/Economics/Accounting preferred, MBA/CFA a plus.
• 5–7 years of financial industry experience, capital markets a plus.
• Experience with investment evaluation models and risk metrics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor fixed-income markets and balance sheet implications.
• Support transaction workflows across debt, derivatives, MBS, and repo.
• Execute transactions aligned with risk/return objectives.
• Communicate findings to Capital Markets and bank stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel

PowerPoint

Bloomberg

Communication

Risk management

Fixed income

Quantitative modeling

Education

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics/Accounting

MBA or CFA

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Excel VBA

Job description

## Capital Markets Portfolio Trader IApplylocations: Pittsburghtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R422**Position Summary**This role supports Capital Market’s daily balance sheet management activities by monitoring fixed-income markets trends and developments, assisting with preparation of ad-hoc analyses, supporting transaction-related workflows, and executing transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance, excellent analytical skills, and familiarity with asset and liability management considerations and tactics.**Primary Success Factors*** Provides support with analysis related to managing balance sheets and monitoring capital markets trends* Analyzes fixed income market trends. Communicates findings to Capital Markets colleagues and other Bank constituents.* Supports the workflows associated with debt, derivatives, MBS, AMA, Treasury, repo, and Fed funds transactions.* Execute transactions consistent with the Bank’s risk/return appetite and objectives, as needed.* Comprehends the Bank’s market risk management practices and related metrics.* Demonstrates proactive foresight in identifying and responding to developments and challenges within the market, department, and Bank. Initiates and guides comprehensive discussions and analyses on critical matters. Consistently seeks opportunities to assist colleagues in overcoming obstacles and attaining objectives.* Ensures compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.* Supports the Capital Markets team across other areas of the Bank: Risk Management, Model Validation, Finance, Legal, Central Operations and IT### **Required Experience*** B.S. in Finance, Economics, or Accounting preferred; MBA or CFA a plus,* Five to seven years of experience in the financial industry, which may or may not include direct capital markets experience* Hands-on experience with the models used to evaluate investments and related funding decisions* Understanding risk management measurements and tactics.* Knowledge of fixed income market. Familiarity with Agency debt, derivatives, Agency MBS, Treasury, repo, and Fed funds markets.* Understanding of asset/liability management* Financial statement analysis and interpretation* Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts in oral and written form* Strong Excel / PowerPoint skills* Familiarity with Bloomberg* Ability to use analytical software models*It is the policy of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh to ensure equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation or status as a parent as defined by applicable law. It is the Bank's policy to comply with applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities, including reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities.*