BBVA

TRADING FLOW SWAPS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

BBVA  •  $200k - $230k/yr  •  New York (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

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BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

About the job:

BBVA is seeking a highly analytical and driven LatAm Markets Traderto join our LatAm Hub. You will be a key member of the team responsible for managing and expanding our footprint in Chile and the broader Latin American local currency rates market. This role requires a sophisticated understanding of Chilean FX, rates derivatives, and bonds, combined with the technical proficiency to improve our modeling and execution infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Market Analysis & Strategy

  • Monitor & Evaluate:Track Chilean market activities across FX, rates derivatives, and bonds. Assess new developments and provide reporting on their potential impact on business positions.
  • Execute:Develop and execute trading strategies for Chilean rates derivatives, USD/CLP FX, and local bonds, ensuring all trades align with desk strategy and risk limits.
  • Pricing & Hedging:Provide accurate pricing for Interest Rate Derivatives and manage hedging activities related to foreign currency loan portfolios for our clients.

Relationship & Project Management

  • Network Building:Foster and maintain strong professional relationships with both internal stakeholders and external counterparts within the Chilean asset space.
  • Strategic Projects:Act as a core member of the team driving Chile and Latam Local Currency Rates projects across the BBVA Latam Hub.

Technology & Innovation

  • Systems Improvement:Contribute to the evolution of desk technology by improving modeling processes, analytical tools, and database management.
  • Risk Oversight:Maintain rigorous monitoring of positions and market-making activities while ensuring strict adherence to all internal policies and regulatory procedures.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Academic Background:Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Engineering), Economics, or Finance.
  • Professional Experience:A minimum of 5–7 yearsof experience in multi-asset pricing and market risk management.
  • Market Expertise:Proven track record in Chilean local markets and a deep understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks.

Technical Skills

  • Trading Tools:Proficiency in financial software, specifically Bloombergand Tradeweb
  • Programming:Strong working knowledge of SQLand scripting languages ( Python, Bash) is a requirement for this role.

Preferred Competencies

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex market movements into actionable insights.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and process automation.
  • Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced trading environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $200,000 to $230,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these position

Legal requirements

It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35 (c)).

Individuals with Disabilities

BBVA USA, BBVA Securities Inc., and BBVA S.A. New York Branch invite all interested and qualified applicants to apply for employment opportunities. If you are a U.S.-based job seeker with a disability who is unable to use our online tools to search and apply for jobs, please contact us by emailing: disabilityaccessjobs.us@bbva.com or by calling toll-free (in the U.S.) 1-844-664-9275. Please indicate the specific type of assistance needed*.

*The disability access telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related or technical issues, will not receive a response.

EEO Statement

BBVA USA, BBVA Securities Inc., and BBVA S.A. New York Branch have a firm and unwavering policy to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, nationality, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition, protected veteran status, or any other status or classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy includes all job groups, classifications and organizational units. With regard to employment, this policy extends to applicants and covers our recruiting, hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, termination, benefits, compensation and training practices as well as social and recreational activities.

View the " EEO is the Law" & " View the EEO is the Law Supplement Poster" poster. BBVA USA, BBVA Securities, Inc., and BBVA NY are equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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About BBVA

At BBVA we are leading the transformation of banking worldwide, united in pursuing our goal of bringing the age of opportunity to everyone. Firmly focused on the future, our on-going digital transformation is already producing disruptive innovations that power our vision of banking.

Every one of our 121,486 employees, from branch staff to senior leaders, plays an essential role in giving our 71.5 million customers the cutting edge banking solutions that they deserve. Building on 166 years of history we know the importance of constant development, which is why we place so much confidence in the collaborative working environment that enables our people to grow and excel.

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Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Bilbao, ES
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
bbva.com
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