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Associate I Direct Lending Trade Closer
Job Location:
Job Location:
Newark, DE - USA
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Posted:
10 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
7 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Description
Are you ready to elevate your career in a fast-paced innovative environment You will have the opportunity to utilize and keep developing your skills while contributing to a team that values growth and collaboration. Join us and be part of a company that supports your professional journey and offers exciting challenges.
As a Trading Services Associate I within JPMorganChase you will play a pivotal role in the seamless execution of trade activities from order entry to settlement. While still developing your expertise in market products and understanding of automation technologies will be instrumental in optimizing our trading services. You will be expected to leverage your proficiency in change management and continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and resilience of our operating platform Your role will also allow you to keep developing your relationships with internal stakeholders presenting insights to senior management and driving process improvements. Your decisions will contribute and impact on short-term team and department goals and you will often guide others in their work activities contributing to the overall success of our trading services.
Job responsibilities
As a Trading Services Associate I within JPMorganChase you will play a pivotal role in the seamless execution of trade activities from order entry to settlement. While still developing your expertise in market products and understanding of automation technologies will be instrumental in optimizing our trading services. You will be expected to leverage your proficiency in change management and continuous improvement to enhance the efficiency and resilience of our operating platform Your role will also allow you to keep developing your relationships with internal stakeholders presenting insights to senior management and driving process improvements. Your decisions will contribute and impact on short-term team and department goals and you will often guide others in their work activities contributing to the overall success of our trading services.
Job responsibilities
- Work with front office clients counsel and operations to settleDirect Lending and Private Placement assignments.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with clients/counterparts
- Manage heavy trade portfolio across various lines of business while maintaining a clean ageing profile
- Review standard documents and other legal documents
- Review Credit Agreements specifically assignability language
- Identify and escalate issues to the front office in-house legal counsel and management when necessary.
- Prepare daily/weekly MIS reporting to track the status of open items and measure risk
- Work with front office traders sales coverage clients counsel and operations to resolve any trade closing issues
- Review standard Loan Syndications and Trading Association documents and other legal documents including Trade Confirms Assignment Agreements Proceeds letters Participation agreements Cash collateral agreements and Multilateral Agreements
- Act as signatory for confirms and assignments
Required qualifications capabilities and skills
- Proven experience in trading or financial services demonstrating a strong foundation in industry practices and operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills enabling effective decision-making and issue resolution.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities facilitating clear and productive interactions with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel complemented by advanced digital literacy for integrating innovative technologies in trade services.
- Capability to work effectively in fast-paced environments maintaining a detail-oriented approach and strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in team settings with a solid understanding of trading systems and financial markets.
- Strong commitment to delivering high-quality results with a focus on continuous improvement and adaptability.
Preferred qualifications capabilities and skills
- Proficient in using trading platforms and software with hands-on experience in navigating and optimizing these tools.
- Knowledgeable about regulatory requirements in the trading industry ensuring compliance and adherence to industry standards.
- Skilled in leveraging digital literacy to adopt and integrate innovative technologies enhancing trade services and operational efficiency.
- Capable of utilizing AI and machine learning to enhance trade service processes and improve decision-making driving data-driven insights and outcomes.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans ov ... View more
