Credit Trader – Investment Grade & Yield

Team Division Overview

The Global Trading Team at DWS is a key part of the investment process and has a primary goal of achieving best execution results for the firm’s clients. The team covers a wide range of products (across asset classes) and markets globally. Trading is seeking a candidate to join the Americas Trading team in New York.

The individual will primarily focus on trading Credit (Investment Grade and High Yield) securities for mutual funds, institutional accounts and ETFs.

• Execute portfolio manager generated Investment Grade Credit and High Yield orders (across multiple venues) in compliance with trading procedures and portfolio guidelines
• Help build relationships with the broker‑dealer community to facilitate improved New Issue Allocations, market intelligence and act as a point of contact for the platform
• Participate in internal meetings with Portfolio Managers and Research as part of the investment decision making process
• Increase efficiency of execution services and help build automated solutions for the desk’s processes and order flow
• Be a team player and take part in value additive liquidity dialogue & solutions (incl. relative value, trade ideas, difficult to trade situations, alternative investments/comparable securities, New Issue color)
• Act as a culture carrier and foster successful relationships and interactions with Operations, Technology, Compliance, Risk and Audit

• Proven trading experience in execution of both High Yield and Investment Grade Credit securities
• Understanding of industry recognized analytic and trading systems including Bloomberg, Market Axess and Tradeweb. Experience with BRS Aladdin a plus
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Undergraduate degree with a preference towards a Bachelor’s degree in a finance-related or computer science field

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and feel healthy, happy and rewarded. We offer a range of benefits that allow you to create a personalized plan to match your lifestyle, whether you’re interested in healthcare, company perks, or retirement plans.

The salary range for this position in New York is $104,000 to $173,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration.

At DWS, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home.

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