Senior Fixed Income Trader

Northern Trust

. Execute fixed income trades while minimizing market impact and transaction costs .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $116,100 - $156,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fixed income trading, including execution techniques, market structures, and regulatory compliance. Maintains strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while ensuring timely and accurate trade settlement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fixed Income TradingFINRA Securities Licenses 7, 52, 63Market AnalysisTrade Execution TechniquesRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Trade ExecutionMarket Impact MinimizationTransaction Cost ManagementInvestment Strategy ImplementationTrade Settlement AccuracyRisk Control AdherenceLiquidity ManagementMarket Event AssessmentSecurities Laws KnowledgeDynamic Decision Making

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationStakeholder CollaborationRelationship ManagementJudgment Under PressurePrompt Response to Inquiries

Certifications & Qualifications

FINRA Securities Licenses 7FINRA Securities Licenses 52FINRA Securities Licenses 63Series 53

Industry Keywords

Fixed Income ProductsInvestment TerminologyMarket StructuresExecution TechniquesRegulatory EnvironmentTrading ProceduresGovernance StandardsIndustry PracticesCounterparty RelationshipsTimely Trade Execution

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute fixed income trades while minimizing market impact and transaction costs
Ensure fair, timely, and unbiased trade execution
Partner with clients and internal stakeholders on investment ideas and strategy implementation
Communicate market developments and pricing impacts to portfolio managers and other stakeholders
Ensure accurate and timely trade settlement in accordance with established controls
Maintain relationships with counterparties to support trading execution and liquidity management
Respond promptly to client, portfolio management, and internal partner inquiries
Maintain knowledge of applicable regulations, industry practices, and trading requirements
Adhere to trading procedures, risk controls, and governance standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

College or University degree preferred
5-7 yrs prior experience in fixed income trading or a closely related trading role
Strong knowledge of investments, including terminology, instruments, general industry practices, market structures, execution techniques, regulatory environment, and relevant securities laws
Demonstrated ability to assess market events, exercise sound judgment, and make timely decisions in dynamic market conditions
FINRA Securities Licenses 7, 52, and 63 required
Series 53 is a plus
Versatility across multiple fixed income products
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement benefits (401k and pension)
Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability)
Paid time off
Parental and caregiver leave
Life and accident insurance
Other voluntary and well-being benefits
Discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component
Flexible and collaborative work culture
Movement within the organization is encouraged
Accessible senior leaders
Inclusive workplace
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with health conditions and disabilities