Director, US Rates Trading

Director, Us Rates Trading

Brand : HSBC Area of Interest : Investment Banking, Markets, and Research Location : New York, NY, US, 10001 Work style : Office Worker

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

Principal Responsibilities

Making markets in US Treasuries to the firm's clients Management of trading book risk within defined limits Generate appropriate return on risk in context of market opportunity Maintain high level of client engagement, providing market colour, views and trade recommendations Maintain appropriate market share for a top tier franchise Provide appropriate support and colour to Debt Capital Markets (DCM) Assist in the delivery of technical enhancements around pricing and data capture of the business Provides timely and accurate execution of trades for the Bank's targeted clients Effectively maintain risk positions whilst adhering to pre-set risk parameters and help the trading team achieve revenue targets Ensure timely execution and reporting of trading tickets, maintain communication with sales desk and assist in resolving settlement problems, ensure ticket entry completion and provide general trade support as necessary Provide pricing to sales teams and clients that is in line with Bank's policies Ensure all trades are booked into front office primary trading systems in accordance with internal policy and regulatory requirements Ensure all transactions deliver fair outcome for our clients and do not cause disruption to market transparency and / or order, and are in line with HSBC Code of Conduct

Requirements

Experience and demonstrated understanding of financial markets and knowledge of derivative products Focus on transparent and comprehensive communication with various stakeholders including team members, sales teams and support functions Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical skills Familiar with pricing and valuation methodologies in rates products Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and strong decision making skills