Fixed Income Portfolio Trader & Analyst

Neuberger Berman

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

47 hours ago

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Job summary

Neuberger Berman in Chicago is seeking a Portfolio Analyst & Trader to join our Core Bond, Core Plus and US Rates teams. You will coordinate portfolio construction, monitor risk, and execute trades across Treasuries, TIPS, supranationals and related derivatives.

Work closely with senior portfolio managers and traders, develop expertise in our systems, and contribute to ongoing improvements in trading processes while pursuing career growth within the Investment Grade Fixed Income platform.

Qualifications

0-4 years of experience in trading or research on the buy-side or sell-side; fixed income experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree required; strong academic credentials in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field preferred.
Interest in financial markets, macroeconomics and investing; familiarity with fixed income concepts preferred.
Analytical skills; capable of creatively solving problems in a constantly changing financial market environment.
Interpersonal and communication skills; motivated and resourceful self-starter.

Responsibilities

Coordinate portfolio construction and implementation for Core Bond, Core Plus and US Rates portfolios.
Monitor portfolio exposures, performance and risk to inform strategy and maintain targeted exposures.
Develop expertise in portfolio management systems and processes; identify opportunities for improvement.
Execute trades in Treasuries, TIPS, supranationals and agencies across electronic and voice platforms.
Develop and maintain relationships with sales and trading counterparties on the sell-side.
Collaborate with middle office and operations to ensure orderly trading and workflow.