Trader, Discretionary Investments

Job description

Job description

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.

The Trader, Discretionary Investments is instrumental to the efficient operation and Trading of Fixed Income and Equity Securities for Private Banking Discretionary portfolios.  Control and monitor the activities to remain compliant on an ongoing basis whilst keeping in mind all the risk factors related to the role purpose. Polyvalent to actively interact with both internal (PM) and external (RM & IC) clients.

As our Trader, Discretionary Investments you will:

·  Ensure proper and cost effective execution of trades

·  Execute trades generated by the Portfolio Managers

·  Maintain strong relationships with broker dealers on the street, and actively communicate with the PMs about the daily market movements and trends

·  Communicate with the PMs about the daily market movements and trends

For this role, HSBC targets a pay range between  $155,700.00 and $233,600.00

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.

Requirements

You´ll likely have the following qualifications to succeed in this role:

·  Minimum 3 years’ experience as Financial Market Trader

·  Strong understanding of Equity and Fixed Income Markets 

·  Knowledge of Bloomberg, Market Access, Moxy would be preferred 

·  Bachelor’s Degree 

·  Graduate degree and/or CFA candidate, preferred 

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

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 and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse 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.