US Rates Strategist

UBS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 159,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS is seeking an intellectually curious analyst to join our US Rates Strategy team in New York. You will translate complex data into clear insights, producing timely research on US rates, Treasury dynamics, and yield curve analysis.

You will build quantitative models and collaborate with sales, trading, and other research desks to ensure strategy content is relevant to clients. Applicants should have 3+ years in macro markets or related fields, strong US rates knowledge, and advanced

Qualifications

• 3+ years in macro markets or related field.
• Deep knowledge of US interest rate markets.
• Strong quantitative skills and financial modeling.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for a sophisticated audience.
• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, mathematics, or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with programming languages preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Produce timely, high-quality research notes and strategy pieces on US rates markets.
• Build and maintain quantitative models to analyze interest rate dynamics and support trade recommendations.
• Collaborate with sales, trading, and other desks to ensure content is relevant and well-distributed.
• Monitor global macro developments and provide clear, reasoned analysis.

Skills

Macro markets experience

US rates knowledge

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

AI curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics/finance/mathematics

Tools

Excel

Programming languages familiarity

Job description

Your role

UBS is seeking an intellectually curious and analytically driven individual to join our US Rates Strategy team. This role sits at the intersection of markets, economics, and quantitative analysis, with responsibility for translating complex data into clear, compelling insights to inform clients and internal stakeholders. In this role, you will:

• Produce timely, high-quality research notes and strategy pieces on US rates markets, covering a broad range of topics including Treasury supply and demand dynamics, market structure, positioning, technicals, and yield curve analysis
• Build and maintain quantitative models to analyze interest rate dynamics and support trade recommendations
• Collaborate closely with sales, trading, and other research desks to ensure strategy content is relevant, well-distributed, and effectively communicated to clients
• Monitor and respond to developments in US and global macro markets with well-reasoned, clearly communicated analysis

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference #

342042BR

City

New York

Your team

You will be joining our Global Research team in New York, NY, working alongside the Head of US Rates Strategy. Our team delivers high-quality, differentiated research that helps clients make informed investment decisions. We value intellectual curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Your expertise

• ideally 3+ years of experience in macro markets (sales/trading/research), or a closely related field
• Deep knowledge of US interest rate markets
• Strong quantitative skills, including comfort with statistical analysis, data manipulation, and financial modeling
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — you can translate technical analysis into clear, concise prose for a sophisticated audience
• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, mathematics, or a related field
• Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with programming languages is preferred
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

About Us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Salary information

The indicative gross base salary range as a full-time equivalent role:

• United States - New York - New York min USD 158750 - max USD 186250 /annum

The expected salary for this role will be determined by relevant factors which may include but are not limited to, role-required experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee-benefits. We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.

We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.