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About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. Position Summary: Northern Trust Asset Management is seeking an experienced Investment Grade Bond Trader to join its Fixed Income Trading team. This role sits at the intersection of technology, markets, and portfolio implementation, partnering closely with Portfolio Managers and fellow traders to deliver liquidity, efficient execution, and investment outcomes across a broad range of client portfolios. We are seeking a trader who views execution as a source of competitive advantage, leveraging market expertise, dealer relationships, technology, and data-driven insights to generate trading edge and improve investment outcomes. The successful candidate will be expected to challenge convention, uncover market opportunities, influence portfolio implementation decisions, and help shape the future of our trading platform through innovation, automation, and analytics. The role offers broad exposure across ETFs, active and index strategies, institutional mandates, separately managed accounts (SMAs), and wealth management portfolios while contributing to the continued evolution of a technology-driven trading organization. Duties and Responsibilities · Execute primary and secondary market Investment Grade credit transactions across all sectors while delivering liquidity, efficient execution, and strong investment outcomes. · Provide differentiated market insight and liquidity intelligence to support investment decisions and execution strategy. · Develop and maintain strategic relationships with broker-dealers, platforms, and trading counterparties to source liquidity, identify opportunities, and achieve optimal execution. · Provide real-time market intelligence, pricing insight, and liquidity assessment to support investment decision-making and portfolio construction. · Deliver portfolio, market, and trading analysis to support client portfolios, investment initiatives, and business development efforts. · Collaborate with technology, operations, compliance, and external vendors to enhance trading platforms, data quality, workflow automation, and system integration. · Identify and drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and analytical capabilities that improve scalability, strengthen controls, and increase trading efficiency. · Maintain expertise in fixed income market structure, security characteristics, pricing methodologies, industry developments, and regulatory requirements. · Provide backup trading coverage across other fixed income sectors, including High Yield, non-US Fixed Income, and Rates products. Competencies / Skills · Expertise in both voice and electronic fixed income trading, with advanced proficiency across platforms including MarketAxess, Tradeweb, Bloomberg, and other electronic execution venues. · Experience with OMS and EMS platforms such as Aladdin and Adroit preferred. · Strong understanding of index and active investment strategies, investment grade credit markets, portfolio construction, risk management, market structure, and credit fundamentals. · Proven ability to source liquidity, navigate complex market environments, and deliver superior execution outcomes. · Established dealer relationships and strong negotiation skills across the fixed income marketplace. · Demonstrated ability to leverage technology, data, and analytics to enhance trading decisions, workflows, and execution quality. · Intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and a continuous-improvement mindset focused on innovation, efficiency, and investment outcomes. Experience: Preferred candidates will have 5-10 years of Investment Grade credit trading experience. We will also consider candidates with corporate credit trading backgrounds who can demonstrate strong Investment Grade market knowledge and relevant trading experience. Salary Range: $160,100 - 272,300 USD Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component. Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). Working with Us As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities. Reasonable Accommodation Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [email protected], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with. Looking for greater? You found it. A global financial leader with more than 22,000 employees in 23 locations worldwide, Northern Trust empowers our employees to achieve more than just business goals. Our focus on work-life balance, career mobility and unique opportunities are just a few of the reasons we’ve been named one of the world’s most admired companies. Terms and Conditions Candidate Privacy Notice California Applicant Privacy Notice Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (U.S) Transparency in Coverage Disclosure – North America Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center or call 1-800-807-0302 (North America), +630-276-5353 (Asia Pacific), 1800-425-0333 (India), +44(0)207 982 4357 (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. APAC/INDIA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy and practice of Northern Trust to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Northern Trust does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age. All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. 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All employment decisions will be made in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our obligations under the law and codes of practice. This includes human resources’ decisions relating to recruitment, terms and conditions of employment, transfers, promotions and access to learning and development. USA EEO STATEMENT It is the policy of The Northern Trust Company to afford equal opportunity in all phases of employment without regard to an individual's age, race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic tests and information, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EEO Know Your Rights (U.S.)
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Chicago
Trader - Investment Grade Bond.
$160.1K–272.3K/YR