Sr. Director, Derivatives Strategies & Trading

Responsibilities

• Structure and execute derivatives strategies for hedging and yield enhancement across various asset classes, including interest rate swaps, FX options, and inflation swaps
• Support the head of the Derivatives Desk with operational processes, audit, and compliance
• Partner closely with the Nuveen Global Fixed Income investment team and other internal business units
• Develop and lead frameworks for evaluating new derivatives opportunities
• Liaise with portfolio management and distribution teams to communicate derivatives and hedge performance

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of experience in derivatives trading, structuring, and/or sales
• Demonstrated knowledge of derivatives product structuring and pricing, including swaps and options
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in derivatives trading, structuring, or sales
• CFA certification
• Experience with Bloomberg (including BBG AIM), Murex, Charles River, and electronic FX trading platforms (FXGO, FX Connect, FXall)
• Background in computer science, mathematics, or engineering
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and influence stakeholders at all levels

Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards package
• Superior retirement program
• Competitive health, wellness, and work-life offerings

About the Company

Nuveen is a global investment leader, managing public and private assets for clients around the world and on behalf of TIAA, our parent company and one of the world’s largest institutional investors.