Corporate Bonds/CDs Trader (Level I) - Corporate Bonds

At Edward Jones, our formula for success has been to put our customers first. We recognize that the surest way to deliver outstanding service is to continually develop and reward those who provide it. If you're looking for the tools, resources and freedom to build a great future, contact Edward Jones today. And see for yourself why for the seventh year, Edward Jones was named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For in America" by Fortune magazine in its annual listing. The firm took the No. 16 spot overall in the ranking and was named to the No. 4 spot for large companies. The seven Fortune rankings include top 10 finishes for five years and consecutive number one rankings in 2002 and 2003.Date Posted:7-August-2006Do you enjoy handling a variety of duties? Are you looking for a fast-paced, challenging new career? Edward Jones is seeking an associate to work as a trader in the Corporate Bond/CD Department. Responsibilities include managing inventory positions, working with Investment Representatives on specific bond requests and marketing fixed income investments to investment representatives. If you have an interest in the markets and enjoy working in a team environment, this exciting career may be ideal for you!Responsibilities:
Begin trading positions and building dealer relationships Actively monitor markets, positions, turnover, gains and losses.
Respond to product inquiries, technical issues and bid requests.
Proactively market to IR's through calls, wires, nightwires, postcards, JonesLink and promotions.
Responsible for trading gains and losses.Full-time associates are provided a core set of benefits including:Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Workers compensationUnemployment insurance
Mutual fund purchases at net asset value
Employee assistance program
Opportunity for bonus participation
Company-paid profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption expense reimbursementFull-time associates may also elect to participate in the following:Medical and dental insurance
Additional life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
Long-term care insurance
401k plan with company match
Flexible spending accountsYou may also apply directly through the Edward Jones on-line resumeform:http://www.edwardjonesopportunity.com/cgi-bin/getHTML.cgi?page=/email/en_US/online_application_usa.html
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REQUIREMENTS
Series 7, 63 or obtain within six months of hire.
1-3 years of industry experience.
A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business or accounting preferred.(KE) *