Neuberger Berman
We are seeking an ETF Capital Markets Associate to support the management and growth of Neuberger Berman's ETF platform. This role is essential in fostering a best-in-class trading ecosystem, building and maintaining relationships with market participants, supporting efficient ETF trading and execution, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate is analytically minded, proactive, and passionate about delivering outstanding trading experiences for our clients and partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Build and nurture relationships with Authorized Participants, Market Makers, and Exchanges to ensure a robust trading environment for Neuberger Berman's ETF offerings.
Monitor and analyze primary and secondary market activity (volume, spreads, execution quality) to support market health.
Collaborate with market makers and exchanges to address trading challenges and enhance market quality.
Assist in the design, review, and implementation of ETF baskets (including custom baskets) with Portfolio Managers and traders.
Monitor intraday trading activity and engage with liquidity providers as needed.
Facilitate the create-redeem process and ensure efficient trading structures by partnering with investment, product, trading, and operations teams.
Serve as a resource for clients, advisors, and sales teams, offering guidance on ETF trading strategies, order execution, and liquidity solutions.
Advise clients and internal partners on efficient trading practices and connect them with appropriate liquidity providers.
Support ongoing education and training initiatives for internal Neuberger Berman teams.
Collaborate with Product Development and Portfolio Management to evaluate and launch new ETF products, providing capital markets expertise.
Stay informed on industry trends, competitive intelligence, and regulatory developments affecting ETF trading and capital markets.
Liaise with product development teams and ETF ecosystem participants to gather and relay feedback.
Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the ETF business.
Proactively identify and drive process improvements to boost market quality and operational efficiency.
Perform daily reviews of ETF website data/holdings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including Rule 6C-11.
Qualifications:
6+ years of relevant experience in ETFs, with direct exposure to capital markets, trading, or related functions.
Bachelor's degree required.
Series 7 and 66 licenses required (or willingness to obtain promptly).
Strong analytical skills; experience working with large datasets, market research tools, macros, and trading platforms (Bloomberg preferred).
Solid understanding of ETF capital markets structure, trading mechanisms, and market participants.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions, including Portfolio Management, Client Coverage, Sales, Product, Trading, and Operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to accountability.
Team-oriented, proactive, high energy, and intellectually curious self-starter.
Experience with developing and maintaining dashboards, reporting, or analytical tools is a plus.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and the regulatory landscape affecting ETF capital markets.
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Compensation Details
The salary range for this role is $130,000-$150,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Neuberger Berman is an equal
opportunity
employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact
onlineaccommodations@nb.com
.
Learn about the Applicant Privacy Notice (https://www.nb.com/en/global/disclosure-privacy-policy) .
Founded in 1939, Neuberger Berman is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. From offices in 39 cities worldwide, the firm manages $538 billion in client assets (as of June 30, 2025) across a range of strategies-including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity and hedge funds-on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally.
Tenured, stable and long-term in focus, the firm has built a diverse team-including 760-plus investment professionals and more than 2,800 employees in total-united in their commitment to delivering client outcomes and investment excellence. It is our people who define our culture and have enabled us to be recognized by
Pensions & Investments
as the first or second "Best Place to Work in Money Management" for last eight consecutive years (firms with 1,000+ employees).
Neuberger Berman believes strongly that all employees are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional and safe environment. These values are the cornerstone of our firm. We prohibit any form of harassment, whether mental, verbal or physical. We do not tolerate the support of terrorist groups, acts of terrorism, or threats of violence. All who wish to be employed by the firm are expected to uphold these principles.
For important disclosures: http://www.nb.com/linkedin
Key Responsibilities:
Build and nurture relationships with Authorized Participants, Market Makers, and Exchanges to ensure a robust trading environment for Neuberger Berman's ETF offerings.
Monitor and analyze primary and secondary market activity (volume, spreads, execution quality) to support market health.
Collaborate with market makers and exchanges to address trading challenges and enhance market quality.
Assist in the design, review, and implementation of ETF baskets (including custom baskets) with Portfolio Managers and traders.
Monitor intraday trading activity and engage with liquidity providers as needed.
Facilitate the create-redeem process and ensure efficient trading structures by partnering with investment, product, trading, and operations teams.
Serve as a resource for clients, advisors, and sales teams, offering guidance on ETF trading strategies, order execution, and liquidity solutions.
Advise clients and internal partners on efficient trading practices and connect them with appropriate liquidity providers.
Support ongoing education and training initiatives for internal Neuberger Berman teams.
Collaborate with Product Development and Portfolio Management to evaluate and launch new ETF products, providing capital markets expertise.
Stay informed on industry trends, competitive intelligence, and regulatory developments affecting ETF trading and capital markets.
Liaise with product development teams and ETF ecosystem participants to gather and relay feedback.
Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the ETF business.
Proactively identify and drive process improvements to boost market quality and operational efficiency.
Perform daily reviews of ETF website data/holdings to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including Rule 6C-11.
Qualifications:
6+ years of relevant experience in ETFs, with direct exposure to capital markets, trading, or related functions.
Bachelor's degree required.
Series 7 and 66 licenses required (or willingness to obtain promptly).
Strong analytical skills; experience working with large datasets, market research tools, macros, and trading platforms (Bloomberg preferred).
Solid understanding of ETF capital markets structure, trading mechanisms, and market participants.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions, including Portfolio Management, Client Coverage, Sales, Product, Trading, and Operations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to accountability.
Team-oriented, proactive, high energy, and intellectually curious self-starter.
Experience with developing and maintaining dashboards, reporting, or analytical tools is a plus.
Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and the regulatory landscape affecting ETF capital markets.
#LI-DD2
#LI-Hybrid
Compensation Details
The salary range for this role is $130,000-$150,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the job posting location. An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, business sector, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, market benchmarking data, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for a discretionary bonus, which, along with base salary and retirement contributions, is part of our total comprehensive package. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance and other benefits to eligible employees.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, production, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.
Neuberger Berman is an equal
opportunity
employer. The Firm and its affiliates do not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact
onlineaccommodations@nb.com
.
Learn about the Applicant Privacy Notice (https://www.nb.com/en/global/disclosure-privacy-policy) .
Founded in 1939, Neuberger Berman is a private, independent, employee-owned investment manager. From offices in 39 cities worldwide, the firm manages $538 billion in client assets (as of June 30, 2025) across a range of strategies-including equity, fixed income, quantitative and multi-asset class, private equity and hedge funds-on behalf of institutions, advisors and individual investors globally.
Tenured, stable and long-term in focus, the firm has built a diverse team-including 760-plus investment professionals and more than 2,800 employees in total-united in their commitment to delivering client outcomes and investment excellence. It is our people who define our culture and have enabled us to be recognized by
Pensions & Investments
as the first or second "Best Place to Work in Money Management" for last eight consecutive years (firms with 1,000+ employees).
Neuberger Berman believes strongly that all employees are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional and safe environment. These values are the cornerstone of our firm. We prohibit any form of harassment, whether mental, verbal or physical. We do not tolerate the support of terrorist groups, acts of terrorism, or threats of violence. All who wish to be employed by the firm are expected to uphold these principles.
For important disclosures: http://www.nb.com/linkedin