Join the Macro Credit Trading Desk at JPMorganChase, a central part of our broader credit trading division within markets. We seek a highly motivated Analyst to help the desk support continued growth across the macro credit ecosystem from the trading side. As volumes rise, you will help scale the desk’s day-to-day processes across CDS indices and tranches, index options, futures, and total return swaps (TRS).
Position Overview
As an Analyst on our Macro Credit Trading Desk, you will help run the business day-to-day—supporting P&L and risk, trade booking, pricing/marking, and client-driven execution. You’ll work closely with senior traders and take on increasing responsibility over time.
Job Responsibilities
- Run daily P&L and risk processes, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
- Assist in booking, pricing, and marking trades across macro credit products (indices/tranches, options, futures, TRS).
- Support client coverage by preparing trade color/ideas, responding to inquiries, and helping facilitate transactions.
- Monitor and analyze risk exposures, including scenario analysis and stress testing.
- Build and enhance analytics and tooling (dashboards, monitoring, automation) to improve workflow and decision-making.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills; able to learn new products quickly.
- Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset; comfortable running recurring daily processes under time pressure.
- Clear communicator—able to explain work succinctly to desk and partner teams.
- Technical/programming capability (e.g., Python; other languages a plus) and comfort working with data.
- Demonstrated interest in financial markets.
- Collaborative, proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
About Us
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of 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.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
JPMorganChase San Francisco, California, USA Office
San Francisco, CA, United States
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