Credit Derivative and Index Research - Associate

at  JPMorgan Chase

One of the world’s most highly respected advisory franchises, J.P. Morgan’s fundamental and quantitative research has earned top rankings in surveys by Institutional Investor. We provide thoughtful and differentiated analysis on sectors and companies, actionable ideas and thematic insights that empower our clients to make well-informed investment and strategic decisions, bringing clarity to complex situations.
As an Associate on the Credit Derivative and Index Research team you will conduct quantitative and product based analysis into the credit market. This involves core research ranging from analysis of market data, building quantitative models to forecast market risks, and gaining in-depth understanding of the products traded in the credit market. Derivative Research is fast-paced, demanding and intellectually stimulating.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage with other market participants through written research notes and macro pieces.
• Speaking to internal/external clients on data, markets and tradable products
• Work with our partners in both sales and trading to provide comprehensive client coverage, including fulfilling client requests for market updates, market intelligence and traded product details

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• We look for candidates who possess strong programming, quantitative, finance and communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex products in a simple and intuitive manner
• Strong programming skills (particularly Python)
• Strong understanding of statistical methods
• Curious, detail oriented and persistent and have a desire to learn about issuers, markets and products
• Strong in written and oral communication. Our communication needs to be clear, concise and impactful
• Strong in the use of Excel and Power Point

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Finance and Economics experience is an added bonus.

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. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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.
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JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

• Engage with other market participants through written research notes and macro pieces.
• Speaking to internal/external clients on data, markets and tradable products
• Work with our partners in both sales and trading to provide comprehensive client coverage, including fulfilling client requests for market updates, market intelligence and traded product detail