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Executive Director, Senior Rates Vol Trader

ExperiencedVisa sponsorship available

Posted 2 months ago

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Executive Director to join Wells Fargo's Macro trading team as a Rates Vol trader. Based in New York, the role involves working with regional and global teams to manage daily risk across rates and FX volatility books and to price consistently for clients. You will build tools to improve risk management and client engagement and help grow the franchise through current relationships and new prospects. Up to 10% travel; FINRA Series 7/79 registration required within 90 days; visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation
$215,000 – $355,000 USD

Currency: $ (USD)

City
New York City
Country
United States

Full Job Description

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensive suite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. A trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactional banking, commercial real estate lending and servicing, investment banking, equity and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, and research capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients across the globe.

Markets provides solutions to clients with the means to manage their exposure through various derivatives, lending and cash products across Structured Products Group, Macro, Equities, Municipal Products Group, Credit Sales & Trading.

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Executive Director to join our Macro trading team as a Rates Vol trader. This position would involve working with teams across regions. We are looking to become a market leading business across the globe to all of our Corporate and Institutional Clients.


In this role, you will:

  • Be part of the trading team in NY which covers Rates & FX Vol
  • Perform daily risk management duties for all aspects of the trading portfolio.  Capable of running multiple books across regions
  • Exhibit strong analytical and quantitative skills.  Be able to work well under pressure and be part of a global team
  • Work with the global team to dictate consistent, efficient, and timely pricing for all our clients
  • Be able to build a franchise by fostering current customer relationships and onboarding new prospects.
  • Help build analytical tools that improve our risk management capabilities and customer engagement.


Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of Securities Trading experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education


Desired Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in Rates trading with a proven track record of delivering strong P&L results.
  • Strategic and tactical business acumen with a strong sense of urgency and commitment.
  • Deep understanding of technological, risk, and regulatory trends impacting the Rates business.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management, with the ability to navigate complex frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive informed decision-making for initiatives.
  • Demonstrated success in executing initiatives using structured project management methodologies.
  • Uncompromising integrity, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead and collaborate across functions.
  • Strong commercial judgment and excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Comfortable working in a matrix organizational environment, fostering effective partnerships.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Bachelors degree or higher in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.


Job Expectations:

  • up to 10% travel
  • Registration for FINRA Series 7 (or 79) must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
  • This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment
  • Visa sponsorship is not available

Posting Locations:

  • 500 West 33rd St. - New York, New York 10001

Pay Range:

New York City-Pay Range: $275,000-$275,000

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$215,000.00 - $355,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

29 Mar 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business units risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.


Apply now

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Executive Director, Senior Rates Vol Trader

Compensation

$215,000 – $355,000 USD

City: New York City

Country: United States

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking  logo
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2 months ago

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at Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking

ExperiencedVisa sponsorship available

Executive Director to join Wells Fargo's Macro trading team as a Rates Vol trader. Based in New York, the role involves working with regional and global teams to manage daily risk across rates and FX volatility books and to price consistently for clients. You will build tools to improve risk management and client engagement and help grow the franchise through current relationships and new prospects. Up to 10% travel; FINRA Series 7/79 registration required within 90 days; visa sponsorship is not available.

Full Job Description

Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Banking delivers a comprehensive suite of capital markets, banking, and financial products and services. A trusted partner to our clients, we provide corporate and transactional banking, commercial real estate lending and servicing, investment banking, equity and fixed income solutions including sales, trading, and research capabilities to corporate, commercial real estate, government, and institutional clients across the globe.

Markets provides solutions to clients with the means to manage their exposure through various derivatives, lending and cash products across Structured Products Group, Macro, Equities, Municipal Products Group, Credit Sales & Trading.

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Executive Director to join our Macro trading team as a Rates Vol trader. This position would involve working with teams across regions. We are looking to become a market leading business across the globe to all of our Corporate and Institutional Clients.


In this role, you will:

  • Be part of the trading team in NY which covers Rates & FX Vol
  • Perform daily risk management duties for all aspects of the trading portfolio.  Capable of running multiple books across regions
  • Exhibit strong analytical and quantitative skills.  Be able to work well under pressure and be part of a global team
  • Work with the global team to dictate consistent, efficient, and timely pricing for all our clients
  • Be able to build a franchise by fostering current customer relationships and onboarding new prospects.
  • Help build analytical tools that improve our risk management capabilities and customer engagement.


Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of Securities Trading experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education


Desired Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of experience in Rates trading with a proven track record of delivering strong P&L results.
  • Strategic and tactical business acumen with a strong sense of urgency and commitment.
  • Deep understanding of technological, risk, and regulatory trends impacting the Rates business.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management, with the ability to navigate complex frameworks.
  • Strong analytical skills to interpret data and drive informed decision-making for initiatives.
  • Demonstrated success in executing initiatives using structured project management methodologies.
  • Uncompromising integrity, sound judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead and collaborate across functions.
  • Strong commercial judgment and excellent communication and influencing skills.
  • Comfortable working in a matrix organizational environment, fostering effective partnerships.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Bachelors degree or higher in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or a related field.


Job Expectations:

  • up to 10% travel
  • Registration for FINRA Series 7 (or 79) must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
  • This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment
  • Visa sponsorship is not available

Posting Locations:

  • 500 West 33rd St. - New York, New York 10001

Pay Range:

New York City-Pay Range: $275,000-$275,000

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$215,000.00 - $355,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

  • Health benefits
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Paid time off
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Critical caregiving leave
  • Discounts and savings
  • Commuter benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships for dependent children
  • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

29 Mar 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business units risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.


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