Municipal Bond Pricing Analyst — Data-Driven Valuation

JPMorganChase; New York; On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks a Securities Valuation Analyst for the Municipal Bond team. You will merge financial theory with quantitative skills to produce valuations, build pricing models, and lead small projects in a collaborative environment.

You will leverage market data, analytics, and technology to improve processes, interact with clients and traders, and deliver accurate valuations under tight deadlines. A strong background in fixed income and Python/Excel is favored.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, or similar.
• Firm understanding of finance principles, mathematical/statistical modeling, fixed income, and data science.
• Experience working in fixed income, preferably Municipal Bonds.
• Clear, logical thinker with strong quantitative skills in a fast-paced environment with real-time market deadlines.
• Knowledge or proficiency in Python, Machine Learning, AI and practical Excel experience.
• Strong aptitude for learning and applying new technologies.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with clients, portfolio managers, traders, research, and sales.

Responsibilities

• Daily generation of securities valuations for multiple market closes, including data collection, price generation, QC and client interaction.
• Develop new growth areas through independent research and collaboration with traders, researchers, and tech teams.
• Improve product and service quality via market surveillance, data analysis, and process controls.
• Perform in-depth analysis on individual securities or portfolios and explain nuances to colleagues and clients.
• Develop and maintain sophisticated pricing models.
• Create methodologies and manage infrastructure to increase valuation speed and accuracy.
• Address client concerns daily with high-quality service and communication.

Skills

Finance principles

Quantitative skills

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master's degree or higher in Finance/Math/Stats/Engineering/Economics

Tools

Python

Excel

Machine Learning

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks a Securities Valuation Analyst for the Municipal Bond team. You will merge financial theory with quantitative skills to produce valuations, build pricing models, and lead small projects in a collaborative environment.

You will leverage market data, analytics, and technology to improve processes, interact with clients and traders, and deliver accurate valuations under tight deadlines. A strong background in fixed income and Python/Excel is favored.