Trader, Fixed Income Analyst

Job Title: Fixed Income Analyst/Trader

Job Summary

Mariner is seeking a full-time Fixed Income Analyst/Trader to support advisor-directed bond portfolios and help modernize our fixed income trading desk. This role is ideal for someone who is process-oriented, eager to adopt new systems and workflows, and passionate about fixed income markets. You will have the opportunity to help build a scalable, centralized trading desk, gaining valuable trading experience in a rapidly growing firm with significant career growth potential. Advancement is based on your experience and the fixed income knowledge you develop on the job.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Implement and maintain new fixed income trading workflows and tools

Recommend improvements to scale processes and increase efficiency

Review advisor-directed bond inquiries to ensure compliance with requirements

Aggregate bond inquiries, manage ticket routing, and update trade statuses

Evaluate bond bids and offers against inquiry criteria and make valuation judgments

Resolve trade settlement issues

Review daily execution reports for adherence to Mariner guidelines

Assist advisors with inquiries and questions

Prepare materials for best execution committee reviews

Collaborate with internal Mariner teams to optimize trade workflows

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Familiarity with fixed income securities

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience trading fixed income securities

Knowledge of fixed income trade settlement process

Experience building relationships with financial professionals

Familiarity with Salesforce, Slack, Charles River, Smartsheet

Skills and Attributes

Diligence, accuracy, consistency, and thoroughness

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Professional, friendly, and helpful demeanor

Quick learner who understands how multiple systems and sites interact

Ability to work independently and on a team

Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Initiative with broad intellectual curiosity

Strong desire to deepen expertise in fixed income markets and products, with willingness to expand investment responsibilities over time

Positive attitude and sense of humor

We welcome your interest in being a part of our firm. We believe in giving associates progressive opportunities, actively nurturing professional growth and giving back to the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse culture where everyone has the support they need to achieve their career goals. We offer an innovative workplace and a culture that fosters camaraderie, teamwork and work-life balance.

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