Markets - Sales and Trading - Graduate

HSBC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

HSBC in New York invites applications for a Global Graduate Programme in Sales and Trading within Corporate and Institutional Banking. You will rotate across Sales and Trading desks, gaining hands-on exposure to clients and market dynamics, while building financial models and tools in Excel, VBA, and Python.

You will work with modern platforms such as Bloomberg and Reuters, learn about asset classes like FX, commodities, equities, and develop the skills to contribute to client pitches and

Qualifications

• Eligible for full-time 2-year program starting July 2027.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA without HSBC visa sponsorship.
• Minimum GPA requirements: 4.0/5.0 or 3.2/4.0 (or overseas equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Rotate between Sales and Trading desks to gain exposure.
• Analyze market trends and data; prepare client pitches.
• Build tools in Excel, VBA, Python to support trading and sales.
• Use Bloomberg, Reuters, and HSBC tools to monitor markets.
• Support client portfolios and learn asset classes like FX, commodities, equities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Fast-paced work

Global markets

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Team player

Tools

Bloomberg

Reuters

Job description

Start Date and Duration: Mon Jul 19, 2027; 2 Years

Opening Date: Mon Aug 03, 2026

Area of Interest: Sales and Investments; Trading

Business Area: Corporate and Institutional Banking

Pay Range Min: 91,100.00 USD per year

Pay Range Max:136,600.00 USD per year

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

Who you are

We’relooking for analytical problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to learn how the global financial markets work.

You could be a great fit ifyou’re:

Intellectually curious:You’reeager to understand what drives decisions, trends, and opportunities – and always ready to dig deeper and find out more.

A natural communicator: You can break down complex ideas, ask smart questions, and share your views confidently.

Detail-focused and analytical: You spot what others might miss, know why precision matters, and enjoy interpreting data to spot patterns and insights.

A resilient problem solver: You stay focused under pressure, prioritise what matters, and look for solutions.You’remotivated to keep learning, positive in the face of obstacles, and ready to tackle new challenges head-on.

Adaptable:You’reopen tonew ideas, tools, and ways of working – because financial marketsdon’tstand still.

A team player: You build trusted relationships and collaborate well with others to learn and grow.

Whatyou’lldo

During yourprogramme,you’llgain exposure androtate between Sales and Trading desks, seeing how both sides work together to help clients succeed.

Early starts and a fast pace –you’llwork around market hours, with the busiest moments often at market open and close.

Get hands-on with data andglobal market dynamics: Analyse market trends, spot patterns, collect and present data, contribute to reports, help support client pitches, andmaintaintrading and sales performance records.

Contribute to real projectsthat strengthen client relationships and trading strategies.

Work with our Trading and Sales teams to support client portfolios and learn about key asset classes like foreign exchange, emerging market rates, commodities, global debt markets, equities, and securities financing.

Build tools and finance models using Excel, VBA, or Python to support trading and sales activity.

Regularlyusethe industry platforms we rely on like Bloomberg, Reuters, and HSBC’s own toolsthat keep global markets moving.

Builda strong foundationin financial products and howthey’reused.

Managerisk and profitability while helping clients make smart decisions.

Whatyou’lllearn

We’llsupport you with all the training and development you need to succeed. Your journey will typically begin with any local regulated training and exams. This is followed by our Global Graduate Induction, whereyou’lltrain alongside your graduate peers. The induction provides you with an overview of HSBC, as well as an opportunity to build a global network of graduates and business colleagues, which will prove invaluable as your HSBC career unfolds. Onceyou’vecompleted the Global Graduate Induction,you’lltake part in a global tailored training programme to build both the technical understanding and professional capabilityrequiredfor your role.

Eligibility criteria

To be eligible, you must:

• Be available to workfull time for 2 years commencing July 2027
• Will have completed your studies byJuly 2027
• Have obtained, or expect to achieve, a minimum GPA of4.0/5.0or3.2/4.0(or overseas equivalent, as shown on your official university transcript/degree certificate)
• Belegally permitted to work in the USAfor the full duration of the graduate programme and beyond the graduate programme end date,without requiring HSBC visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Structured onboarding: In week one, you’ll take part in a tailored training programme that builds both your technical understanding and professional skills.

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay package in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.