Director, US Rates Trading

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC, we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth, and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities, and the planet we all share.

Principal Responsibilities

• Making markets in US Treasuries to the firm's clients
• Management of trading book risk within defined limits
• Generate appropriate return on risk in context of market opportunity
• Maintain high level of client engagement, providing market colour, views and trade recommendations
• Maintain appropriate market share for a top tier franchise
• Provide appropriate support and colour to Debt Capital Markets (DCM)
• Assist in the delivery of technical enhancements around pricing and data capture of the business
• Provides timely and accurate execution of trades for the Bank’s targeted clients
• Effectively maintain risk positions whilst adhering to pre-set risk parameters and help the trading team achieve revenue targets
• Ensure timely execution and reporting of trading tickets, maintain communication with sales desk and assist in resolving settlement problems, ensure ticket entry completion and provide general trade support as necessary
• Provide pricing to sales teams and clients that is in line with Bank’s policies
• Ensure all trades are booked into front office primary trading systems in accordance with internal policy and regulatory requirements
• Ensure all transactions deliver fair outcome for our clients and do not cause disruption to market transparency and/or order, and are in line with HSBC Code of Conduct

Requirements

• Experience and demonstrated understanding of financial markets and knowledge of derivative products
• Focus on transparent and comprehensive communication with various stakeholders including team members, sales teams and support functions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical skills
• Familiar with pricing and valuation methodologies in rates products
• Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure and strong decision making skills

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

Your final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and several variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.