Work Location:
New York, New York, United States of America
Hours:
40
Line of Business:
TDB New York Branch
Pay Detail:
$140,000 - $170,000 USD
TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate’s skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.
As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.
Job Description:
Preferred Qualifications:
TD Securities provides a wide range of capital market products and services to corporate, government and institutional clients who choose us for our knowledge and experience in six key areas of finance: Investment Banking, Debt Capital Markets, Institutional Equities, Private Equity, Precious Metals and Foreign Exchange & Money Market. Our services include the underwriting and distribution of new debt and equity issues, providing advice on strategic acquisitions and divestitures, and executing daily trading and investment needs. The global Electronic Trading Support team is responsible for providing Global Support to the TD Securities FI eTrading and Front office businesses located in major financial centers including Toronto, New York, London and Singapore.
The IT Support analyst position interacts with all users of Front Office, Finance & Operations, Back Office, Treasury Credit, and Risk Management to develop and implement lasting and robust technology solutions as well as support the existing application and surrounding framework.
The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:
• Supporting & delivering solutions to the firm’s Fixed Income Trading & Sales desks in North America
• The Analyst will join an experienced team, responsible for managing applications that offer pricing, risk, electronic / algorithmic trading and trade capture functionalities to the Business.
• The role will initially involve 1st and 2nd line application support responsibilities, offering engagement with a broad range of stakeholders across Front & Middle Office, Product Control, Risk Management, Back Office, Application Development and
Infrastructure teams.
• Training will be provided, though given the nature of the role, the successful candidate is expected to have a ’hands on’ attitude and be proactive to enhance their knowledge.
• Systems and applications comprise vendor and in-house built tools, with PnL &Risk management systems. - Periodic on-call support and shift work required.
• This is a dealer facing role and new hire is expected to come in office not a hybrid or a wfh role.
Job Requirements Specific Educational Requirements:
• Experience supporting Trading, Pricing, and risk management applications
• Experience supporting front-to-back Trading Systems and Trading Desks
• Should be comfortable assessing trading systems/components to investigate trade breaks, connectivity, and data issues. Understanding of Bloomberg TOMS, ION trade capture systems.
• Understanding of financial markets and products, in particular Fixed Income, Interest rate products • Understanding of electronic trading, markets, connectivity, market making, and algorithmic/automatic trading.
• Must have proven experience working with developers, business analysts, and systems support team. • Working experience in with the following technologies: Linux, Windows Server, Oracle, SQL
Skills
Category Computer skills:
• Strong Fixed Income functional knowledge particularly treasuries and bond trading expertise
• Scripting, SQL and / or experience in Programming Languages
• Knowledge of IT project & development lifecycles (SDLC), agile methodology and ITIL
• Strong analytical skills and Interpersonal skills
The Senior IT Support Analyst TDB designs and develops quality solutions for program/system issues consistent with project objectives and client requirements, and follow technology architecture standards.
Depth & Scope:
- Conducts program/system research, analysis, design and problem resolution
- Ensures defect free programming by testing and debugging using available/appropriate tools and participates in reviewing peer coding
- Participates in identifying and recommending development/testing solutions/tools in support of project objectives
- Develops, implements, maintains and improves solutions/processes that maximize system availability, efficiency/effectiveness and minimize/prevent problems/issues
- Adheres to existing processes/standards, technology architecture, risk and production capacity guidelines and objectives; plans, monitors, tests and escalates issues as required
- Works with the architecture group to ensure good architectural design and raises issues as they develop through the project lifecycle in a timely manner
- Complies with the system development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodology (PMLC) by participating in scope assessment, risk and cost analysis
- Subject matter expert in at least one area of discipline and consults with clients/or project teams with respect to all aspects of research, analysis, design, hardware/ software support, development of technical solutions and/or testing
- Works independently in a senior/lead role on a diverse range of tasks and may be relied upon to coach/ educate others
- Leads the development of detailed/ complex and/or comprehensive project plans for large projects
- Assignments are moderately to highly complex and multi-faceted
- May provide guidance/direction to a few IT professionals
- Acts as a resource in the exchange of technical information for project teams, the business and/or outside vendors
- Develops and operationalizes technology standards, policies and processes to address BSA/AML/OFAC risks
- Develops and maintains a working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC risks related to technology projects and processes
- Keeps direct reports informed about relevant information on BSA/AML/OFAC requirements and escalation procedures
Education & Experience:
- College degree, or specialized training / equivalent work experience
- 3+ Years of related experience
- Advanced knowledge of the technical environment/ tools (e.g., user environment, applications, software, hardware, programming languages and operating systems) in own area
- Advanced knowledge of business processes and procedures on a broad, organizational level
- Sound to advanced knowledge of business/ organization, Bank standards, infrastructure, architecture and technology in related areas from a design/ support/ solutions perspective
Who We Are
TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more
Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at [email protected]. Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
