About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Interest Rate Options Trading, Associate for the Global USD Options Desk in Wells Fargo Securities. Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

The Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) delivers a comprehensive suite of banking, capital markets and advisory solutions, including a full complement of sales, trading and research capabilities, to corporate, government and institutional clients. We focus on our clients' overall financial needs, with consideration and respect for their total relationship with Wells Fargo.

The successful candidate should have in depth knowledge of the models, technology infrastructure and pricing tools required to compete with the largest participants in the Options market and be prepared to help build these applications so that the entire Macro platform can benefit from a robust rates product offering.

In this role, you will:

• Assist with the strategy and implementation of complex option analytics and technology systems
• Help the desk deliver long-term solutions to modeling and data analytics problems that require vision, creativity, innovation and coordination of highly complex activities with multiple groups (quants and IT in particular)
• Engage in day-to- day options trading with the entire rates franchise
• Assist clients with financial goals

​Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

• A Master's degree or higher in Math/Physical Science/Engineering or Financial Engineering
• 3+ years on an options desk or as a quant
• Experience with Interest Rate Swap and Option Products
• In depth knowledge of the models, technology infrastructure
• In depth knowledge of quantitative aspects of all models that pertain to options trading
• Proficiency in data analysis
• The ability to write code, preferably in Python, C++, SQL and JAVA

Job Expectations:

• Registration for FINRA SIE must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.
• Registration for FINRA Series 63 (or 66) must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.
• Registration for FINRA Series 7 must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.

At Wells Fargo, we are looking for talented people who will put our customers at the center of everything we do. We are seeking candidates who embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace where everyone feels valued and inspired. Help us build a better Wells Fargo. It all begins with outstanding talent.

It all begins with you.

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 unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

This position is subject to FINRA Background Screening Requirements, including successful completion and clearing of a background check. Internal transfers are subject to comply with 17 CRF 240.17f-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and FINRA Bylaws, Article III, Section 3, which states that Associated Persons should not be subject to statutory disqualification. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening and are required to report certain incidents.

Posting End Date:

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

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.