Description
We are seeking a Residential Warehouse Trader Analyst to join our team at Barclays in New York.
The purpose of this role is to execute trades and manage risk within a defined portfolio of financial instruments, staying informed about market trends and developments to make informed trading decisions.
Accountabilities
- Execution of buy and sell orders or pricing of liquidity in various financial instruments while adhering to the bank's trading strategies and risk parameters.
- Monitoring and analysis of global financial markets, economic indicators, news, and geopolitical events to identify trading opportunities and assess market risks.
- Management and monitoring of the risk associated with the trading portfolio and ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal risk management guidelines.
- Collaboration with research analysts and other teams to gather insights and information for trading decisions.
Analyst Expectations
- Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
- Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.
- Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
- Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements, and coordinating team resources.
- Demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.
Requirements
- Familiarity with trade lifecycle processes and financial products, particularly in residential or structured finance.
- Advanced analytical skills with experience in Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and presentation development.
- Understanding of market risk concepts, P&L reporting, and operational workflows.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Ample written and verbal communication skills to support cross-functional collaboration.
- Detail-oriented, with a problem-solving mindset and organisational skills.
The minimum salary for this role is $110,000 and the maximum salary is $125,000.