Fixed Income Sales & Trading Liaison

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

About Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc.:

Incorporated in 1964, Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. (“DCMA”) is a New York-based registered securities broker-dealer, a futures commission merchant, a primary dealer of U.S. Treasury securities, and a member of the New York Stock Exchange and other major U.S. exchanges. Our main focus is on the sales and trading of Japanese, Asian, and U.S. equities, fixed income instruments, financial futures, and investment banking for institutional customers. DCMA’s ultimate parent company is Daiwa Securities Group Inc., one of the largest brokerage and financial services groups in Japan.

Position Summary:

Provides key support to the Fixed Income Sales and Trading team, with a primary focus on onboarding and maintaining new institutional client accounts. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, proactive, and eager to grow into a broader client service or operations role over time.

Core Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the new client account onboarding process from start to finish.
• Collect and review all required documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Submit paperwork to internal departments for account creation and approval.
• Partner with sales, trading, compliance, legal and operations teams to coordinate onboarding.
• Maintain accurate records and update client information in internal system.
• Proactively follow up on outstanding items and resolve onboarding issues.
• Assist with preparing reports and summaries to client accounts.
• Assist with preparing reports and summaries related to client accounts.
• Support additional projects or tasks related to client maintenance and trade documentation as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Finance or related field
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg experience a plus
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a dynamic financial services environment

Company Culture and Benefits:

Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc. has a vibrant company culture made up of a diverse team of professionals. We seek to foster an atmosphere in which our employees understand, respect, and inspire each other. We will continue to build a culture that encourages everyone at DCMA to take pride in their work. How we work – individually, with each other, and with our communities – is just as important as what we do and shapes who we are as an organization.

Our people are our most important asset, and as a result, we offer a competitive and robust total rewards package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Ancillary Insurance (Basic Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Short & Long-term Disability)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (FSA and HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Parental Leave
• Family building benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Professional development, educational assistance and training programs
• Community Engagement Programs

DCMA has a hybrid work program in place, with opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role and needs of your department. This was implemented to provide operational efficiency while simultaneously giving employees flexibility. At a minimum, employees are expected to work in the office three days per week.

DCMA provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. DCMA prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, or other attributes protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.