Trading Services Associate

Next Frontier Capital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Fixed Income Middle Office Associate to support end-to-end fixed income trade activity, focusing on private securitized products.

You will collaborate with portfolio managers and operations teams to ensure accurate trade capture, settlement readiness, and timely downstream processing. The role emphasizes strong analytical judgment, control-focused operating practices, and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, CS, or related discipline is required.
• 2+ years of fixed income experience with securitized products preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Ability to build cross-team working relationships in a matrix environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the closing process for private securitized deals, including KYC activities and trade settlement coordination.
• Serve as a central point of contact for operational support related to private securitized products across Asset Management partners.
• Provide daily operational support to securitized fixed income portfolio managers.
• Ensure accurate capture of trade details and downstream communication to fund accounting, custody, and performance teams.
• Assist with operational support for bank loans and debt restructuring activity as needed.
• Identify and drive process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and platform resilience.
• Design, document, and maintain policies and procedures supporting the investment business.
• Maintain a strong controls environment, including oversight of offshore processes and issue remediation.
• Monitor exceptions and perform root-cause analysis to implement preventive measures.
• Prepare and present operational insights, trends, and risks to stakeholders.
• Support audits by providing documentation, data, and timely responses.

Skills

Fixed income

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Trade lifecycle knowledge

Accounting principles

Quantitative skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related discipline

Tools

Order management platforms

Job description

Join a collaborative trading services team where your work directly supports portfolio managers and investment outcomes.

As a Fixed Income Middle Office Associate in Asset Management, you will support the end-to-end execution of fixed income trade activity, with a focus on private and securitized products. You will partner closely with portfolio managers and internal operations teams to ensure accurate trade capture, settlement readiness, and timely downstream processing. You will apply strong analytical judgment to resolve breaks, manage priorities, and reduce operational risk. You will contribute to continuous improvement by enhancing procedures, controls, and platform efficiency. You will build trusted relationships across teams and communicate insights clearly to stakeholders.

Job responsibilities

• Support the closing process for private securitized deals, including Know Your Customer (KYC) activities and trade settlement coordination
• Serve as a central point of contact for operational support related to private securitized products across Asset Management partners
• Provide daily operational support to securitized fixed income portfolio managers
• Ensure trade details are captured and communicated accurately to downstream partners, including fund accounting, custody, and performance teams
• Assist with operational support for bank loans and debt restructuring activity, as needed
• Identify and drive process improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and operating platform resilience
• Design, document, and maintain policies and procedures that support the investment business
• Maintain a strong controls environment, including oversight of offshore processes and issue remediation
• Monitor exceptions and breaks, perform root-cause analysis, and implement prevention measures
• Prepare and present operational insights, trends, and risks to stakeholders as needed
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, data, and responses in a timely manner

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 2 years of relevant fixed income experience, ideally supporting securitized products
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound judgment and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills across a range of stakeholder levels
• Ability to build productive working relationships across teams in a matrixed environment
• Working knowledge of fixed income trade lifecycle processes (trade capture, confirmations, settlement, and exceptions)
• Understanding of accounting principles and performance and attribution concepts
• Strong quantitative capability and comfort working with formulas and risk/performance measures
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
• Experience documenting procedures and supporting control-focused operating practices
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline from an accredited institution

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Hands-on experience with fixed income trading and/or order management platforms
• Experience supporting private or less liquid products (e.g., private securitizations, bank loans)
• Experience partnering with performance, accounting, and custody teams to resolve breaks and improve data quality
• Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset (process mapping, control enhancements, automation ideas)
• Strong digital literacy and ability to adopt new tools and workflows quickly
• Familiarity using analytics, automation, and/or machine learning concepts to improve operational processes

No Relocation Assistance will be provided.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals. Join our team supporting the private securitized desk!