Trade Support/Clearing - Trading Services Associate I

Job Description

The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets, and securities services. The world’s most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.

As a Trading Services Associate within the Futures & Derivatives Clearing Team, you will be responsible for trade processing and position management on Global Derivative Markets.  You will also serve as a vital resource for the front office and client-facing stakeholders. You'll act as the liaison between the business, technology, control partners, and operations. Your role includes the investigation of trade inquiries, monitoring execution flows, trade reconciliations, and the fundamental understanding of trade clearing platforms and systems. Candidates must be able to provide and communicate solutions (in person, electronically, or by phone) in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Job responsibilities:

• Provide end-to-end trade flow support across all product channels globally.
• Monitor ongoing support needs to address changes and inefficiencies.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts while reducing risk across the post-trade lifecycle.
• Ensure the accurate and timely resolution of all inquiries or escalate if necessary.
• Address ad hoc queries from clients, operations, technology, and the front office.
• Facilitate training for new staff.
• Work with the business, technology, and operations to determine priorities, schedule releases, and detail requirements for future enhancements and products.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• 4 years of financial industry experience
• In-depth knowledge of Excel.
• Prior knowledge of Futures and Options Operations.
• Highly disciplined, a self-starter, and the ability to execute assignments independently.
• A team player who demonstrates work ethic and consistently demonstrates a high-level of professionalism.
• Attention to detail with superior written, verbal, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels within the Line of Business
• Strong capacity for operating in a flexible, dynamic environment where creative and strategic thinking is required.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.

Work Schedule:

This role is full time in office, Monday thru Friday and is located in Chicago, IL only . It does not offer relocation assistance or immigration sponsorship.

Work schedules will vary. Candidates must be willing to work schedules during our operating hours. Specific information will be provided by the Recruiter.

This position requires that you attend the training as scheduled. The hours may not coincide with your regularly scheduled hours.

About Us

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. 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

About the Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.