CMO Structurer - Trader I

BOK Financial; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Type: Formula Based

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

BOK Financial is seeking a CMO Structurer - Trader I to support the Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligation structuring program. The role is developmental, aimed at building foundational expertise in trading and analytics. The candidate will assist in creating CMOs, serve as a market maker, and collaborate with sales teams for client solutions. A Bachelor’s in Finance or Economics with 1+ year experience in trading or structuring is required. This position offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $100,000.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in mortgage-backed securities trading or structuring.
• Experience preparing daily P&L and risk metrics in trading environment.
• Ability to obtain SIE, Series 7, and Series 63 licenses within 3–6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating new issue Agency CMOs based on client demand.
• Serve as a market maker for Agency CMOs, providing liquidity.
• Work closely with sales teams to understand client demand.
• Develop productive relationships with external counterparties.
• Monitor market developments for trade opportunities.
• Prepare daily P&L reports and manage hedging strategies.

Skills

Trading mortgage-backed securities

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

MBA or CFA designation (preferred)

Job description

Req ID: 77981

Location: Stamford -STAM

Areas of Interest: Trading

Pay Transparency Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Application Deadline: 05/23/2026

Bonus Type: Formula Based

Summary

If you are interested in a career as a Trader with an industry-leading provider of sophisticated financial solutions, you've come to the right place. Our commitment to you is a positive work environment, a deep connection to our communities, and a focus on putting our clients first. We believe no challenge is too big and no opportunity is too small when we work together to build relationships.

Job Description

The CMO Structurer - Trader I is responsible for supporting and developing the firm’s Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligation (CMO) new‑issue structuring program, with secondary responsibilities in trading and market making alongside the Head of the CMO desk. This is a developmental, early‑career position designed to build foundational CMO expertise across structuring and analytics, trading execution support, sales and client dynamics, with the objective of supporting long‑term talent development within the CMO business. This individual contributor role does not manage other employees and reports to the Head of Taxable Fixed Income Trading.

Team Culture

The trading team works together by discussing market conditions, knowing what yields and spreads are in our products vs other products, knowing what the sales people are actively selling in the market, and knowing the maturity range of the products. Internal communication and partnership, which extend to all trading offices across our footprint, are key to understanding sales and performance. Our camaraderie, shared decision making, and mutual respect for one another are what keep us ticking. All team members have a stake in the game and are encouraged to share their ideas and collaborate often.

How You’ll Spend Your Time

• Assist in the creation and structuring of new‑issue Agency CMOs based on client demand. Source appropriate MBS collateral pools in coordination with the Structured Products Group and the Head of the CMO desk. Prepare monthly reviews and performance reports on all issuance activity to track program growth and inform desk strategy.
• Serve as a market maker for Agency CMOs under the guidance of the desk head, providing liquidity and best execution for client orders in the secondary market. Execute buy and sell transactions in line with the firm’s risk appetite, ensuring pricing is competitive and responsive to client needs.
• Work closely with institutional and retail sales teams across the organization to understand and address client demand for CMO products. Provide timely market color, liquidity insights, and product education to sales colleagues, and coordinate with sales on client needs to deliver best‑in‑class structured solutions. Contribute to cross‑functional collaboration between trading, structuring, and sales to ensure well‑priced product is built on client inquiries.
• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with external counterparties, including dealer trading desks and institutional clients. Coordinate with these partners to source collateral, share secondary market liquidity, and expand the distribution network for the firm’s CMO offerings.
• Continuously monitor Agency MBS and related fixed‑income market developments to identify relative value opportunities and generate trade ideas. Proactively communicate structuring strategies and opportunistic trade ideas to sales teams and clients, contributing to the desk’s proactive idea flow and overall franchise value.
• Prepare daily P&L reports, reconcile trade positions, and perform performance attribution to understand drivers of desk profitability. Execute and manage hedging strategies for the CMO pipeline and inventory and maintain trading book exposures within established risk parameters in coordination with the Head of the CMO desk. Ensure all trading and structuring activities comply with regulatory requirements and the firm’s internal trading policies.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field and 1+ years of related experience trading or structuring mortgage‑backed securities (MBS) in a buy‑side or sell‑side environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MBA or other relevant advanced degree, or a CFA designation, is preferred as evidence of strong analytical background and commitment to professional development.
• Experience preparing daily P&L, risk metrics, and reconciliations in a fixed‑income trading environment.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam, FINRA Series 7, and Series 63 licenses, or the ability to obtain within 3–6 months after hire.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status.