Fixed Income Mortgage Trading Associate, I

Fifth Third Bank

. Execute trades in mortgage and fixed income securities to support Institutional and Retail Sales representatives .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeCincinnati • Ohio • United StatesMid-Level💰 $71,100 - $145,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing trades in mortgage and fixed income securities while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Proficient in providing market insights and trade ideas to support sales teams, with strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Trade ExecutionMortgage Market KnowledgeSecurities Industry Essentials (SIE)Bloomberg ProficiencyRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Trade ProcessingFinancial AnalysisAccounting ConceptsMarket Structure KnowledgeInventory Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationAttention to DetailTask PrioritizationVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

BloombergMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 7Series 63

Industry Keywords

Fixed Income SecuritiesCapital MarketsInvestment BankingM&ABroker-Dealer Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute trades in mortgage and fixed income securities to support Institutional and Retail Sales representatives
Provide revenue-generating trade ideas and market insights to sales teams
Accurately process trades using clearing systems in accordance with compliance standards and industry regulations
Communicate with sales, middle office, operations, risk management, compliance, internal business partners, and external clients
Monitor, reconcile, and manage inventory positions within departmental policy limits
File regulatory reports accurately and on time
Deliver product training to sales teams through formal sessions and informal daily engagement
Stay informed on market news, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic developments affecting pricing, hedging, and risk strategies
Support projects of varying complexity based on skill and organizational priorities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
3–5 years of experience in Banking, Investment Banking, M&A, or Capital Markets
Strong Analyst performance required for internal promotion
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 63 licenses, or ability to obtain within company policy
Professional proficiency acquired through 3–5 years of relevant work or internship experience in finance, accounting, or a related field
Broad knowledge of the mortgage market, fixed income instruments, macroeconomics, and market structure
Familiarity with trading environments and broker-dealer operations
Strong understanding of accounting concepts and regulatory frameworks
Proficiency in Bloomberg and Microsoft Excel
High attention to detail and operational accuracy
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits programs supporting physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being
Incentive compensation plan based on company, line of business, and/or individual performance