Sr Trade Desk Analyst
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Position at loanDepot
Position Summary:
Responsible for contributing to day-to-day trading operations. Develops and implements tools and processes that ensure trades are seamlessly and accurately entered into all trading systems margin is paid and received as expected as well as providing general surveillance over the entirety of the whole loan trading book. Additionally this role executes trades in the mortgage market while maintaining and furthering counterparty relationships. It also requires strong analytical skills to interpret large datasets and identify trends that impact trading decisions. The Senior Trade Desk Analyst will leverage advanced Excel functionality to ensure accurate reconciliation reporting and decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Builds tools in Excel SQL python and various programing languages that provide efficiency and accuracy to the Institutional Capital team which consists of Sales Trading and Transaction Management.
- Analyzes large and complex datasets to identify discrepancies trends and actionable insights for trading strategies and operational improvements.
- Develops and maintains dynamic Excel models using semi-complex formulas (e.g. VLOOKUP XLOOKUP IF/THEN INDEX/MATCH and pivot tables) to support pricing trade reconciliation and performance reporting.
- Creates automated reporting tools and dashboards to streamline data validation and enhance transparency across trading operations.
- Works in a shared environment comparing data sets and problem solving in real time with teammates while presenting work on a shared screen.
- Performs detailed data analysis and translates findings into actionable recommendations for trading and risk management.
- Supports Traders Capital Market Sales and Transaction Management with routine tasks. This includes producing data sharing tapes registering loans in investor portals managing repeat business processes accessing vendor reports ingesting critical vendor output tying out trade populations and checking funding memos for settlements.
- Coordinates with the Accounting Department on approval and payment of vendor services.
- Provides ad hoc pricing scenario analysis across a range of mortgage and home equity products.
- Serves as liaison between Transaction Management and Post-Close team for collateral tracking and delivery efforts.
- Partners with IT to create Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and other protected file transfers with investors and vendors.
- Performs other duties and projects assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelors Degree preferred or minimum of five (5) years experience working in a similar field.
- Prior work experience with Computer Science Economics or Mathematics degree.
- Experience with Excel SQL & Python required. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including experience with semi-complex formulas (VLOOKUP XLOOKUP IF/THEN INDEX/MATCH) pivot tables and data visualization tools required.
- Strong aptitude for building and optimizing data-driven processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Experience in the Mortgage industry preferred.
- CFA MBA or CPA are a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and Teams.
- Ability to interpret data and apply basic to intermediate math skills.
- Exceptional verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Solid problem-solving skills with a practical solution-focused approach.
Why work for #teamloanDepot:
- Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
- Inclusive diverse and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
- Work with other passionate purposeful and customer-centric people.
- Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
- Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
- Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.
About loanDepot:
loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010 loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier faster and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of lifes most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local regional and national philanthropic efforts.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this roles is between $65000 and $114000. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors including your job-related knowledge/skills qualifications experience and market location.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
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Senior IC
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