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We are seeking a Non-USD Rates Trader with a primary focus on G10 FX swaps pricing and risk management, alongside the ability to risk-manage cross-currency basis swaps.
This role sits at the intersection of rates, FX, and balance sheet, requiring a strong understanding of funding markets, central bank regimes, and cross-currency liquidity dynamics. The trader will be responsible for pricing client flow, managing funding risk, and contributing to balance sheet-efficient trade structures across major currencies.
Key Responsibilities:
FX Swaps Trading & Pricing
Make two-way markets in G10 FX swaps (spot/forwards, short-dated and out the curve)
Manage forward points, funding spreads, and liquidity risk across currencies
Price in line with:
Money market curves (OIS, IBOR where relevant)
Cross-currency basis dynamics
Balance sheet constraints
Risk-manage G10 cross-currency basis risk (e.g., EURUSD, USDJPY, GBPUSD)
Monitor and trade basis dislocations driven by issuance, hedging flows, and funding pressures
Client & Sales Interaction
Support FX and rates sales teams with pricing, market color, and structuring ideas
Assist clients in understanding:
FX hedging costs
Cross-currency funding alternatives
Communicate clearly around market drivers (central banks, issuance, flows)
Electronic Trading & Infrastructure
Work with eFX and platform teams to improve:
FX swaps pricing engines
Liquidity distribution and skewing
Monitor electronic flow (RFQ, streaming) and adjust pricing accordingly
Contribute to automation and workflow improvements
Qualifications & Experience
5+ years experience in:
Strong understanding of:
FX forward pricing mechanics
OIS and money market curves
Cross-currency basis drivers
Skills & Competencies
Deep grasp of market microstructure across FX and rates
Ability to translate macro and flow into pricing decisions
Strong numerical intuition around funding and carry
Excellent communication across trading, sales, and treasury
High attention to risk, liquidity, and balance sheet usage
Experience with corporate, institutional and issuance-related flows
Familiarity with xccy basis curve trading and relative value
Experience bridging voice flow and electronic execution
If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here.
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170,255.00 - $200,300.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.