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Markets provides solutions to clients with the means to manage their exposure through various derivatives, lending and cash products across Structured Products Group, Rates, Equities, Foreign Exchange, Municipal Products Group, Credit Sales & Trading.

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Structured Equity Derivatives Trader who will model, quote, trade, and risk-manage complex exotic/structured equity derivatives and QIS strategies. Learn more about Wells Fargo’s Corporate and Investment Banking group and career areas at wellsfargojobs.com.

In this role, you will:

Model, quote, trade, and risk-manage complex exotic/structured equity derivatives and QIS strategiesWork with derivative and QIS products including autocallables, cliquets, barriers and digitals, baskets, rainbows, synthetic converts, volatility control and algorithmic index derivatives, and risk premia strategiesSupport senior traders by executing derivatives hedging transactions, pricing new transactions, managing secondary market trades, and helping improve modeling, hedging, systems, and workflow processesDevelop and maintain Python and VBA code, along with Excel-based pricing and risk management tools, to enhance and automate the desk’s workflowInterface with internal partners including Structuring, Sales, Quants, Technology, Operations, Compliance, and Documentation

Required Qualifications:

2+ years of Securities Trading experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

BS or MS degree in Engineering or MathematicsExperience trading structured/exotic derivatives and QIS productsProficiency and comfort with Python programmingAbility to take initiative in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and delivering high‑quality analytical and problem‑solving workExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsExperience working collaboratively in a team environmentAdvanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) skills

Job Expectations:

Registration for FINRA Series 63 (or 66) must be completed within 90 days of hire if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA-recognized equivalents will be accepted.Registration for FINRA Series 7 must be completed within 90 days of hire if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA-recognized equivalents will be accepted.Registration for FINRA Series 57 must be completed within 90 days of hire if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA-recognized equivalents will be accepted.This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

Posting Location:

500 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$143,000.00 - $224,000.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

8 Feb 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.