Contract Senior Fixed Income IT Front Office Support Analyst

Contract Senior Fixed Income IT Front Office Support AnalystMUST be local to NYC. 3 to 5 Days Onsite We are seeking a Senior Fixed Income IT Analyst to join our FICC Front Office IT team. In this role, you will support the fixed income trading desks with trade STP, pricing and risk queries, market data feeds and monitoring key start-of-day and intraday jobs. You will also be working on enhancing existing processes and have opportunities to undertake minor projects.As a key liaison between traders, Quant/STRATS and IT Functions, you will act as a trusted advisor addressing their immediate concerns while driving long-term improvements to the IT ecosystem.Key Responsibilities:Provide daily operational support for fixed income trading desks, includingTrade Straight through Processing (STP)Pricing and Risk queriesMonitoring and troubleshooting market data feedsEnsuring the smooth execution of start-of-day and intraday processesCollaborate with traders to understand their requirements, propose short-term solutions and develop long-term enhancementsWork on process improvements to optimize the efficiency and stability of front office systemsUndertake minor projects to address specific needs of trading desksAct as the primary bridge between trading desks, Quant/STRATS and IT functions on issues concerning productionQualification and Skills:Solid knowledge of pricing models and Greeks for Rates and FX ProductsProven ability to multitask and troubleshoot complex issues in a high-pressure trading environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with traders, Quant/STRATS and IT teamsAnalytical mindset with the ability to propose and implement effective solutions to technical challengesStrong organization skills and a proactive approach to problem solvingStrong expertise in the Murex modules - Etradepad, Livebook, Simulation, RTBS, Market Risk Box and Datamart is preferred but similar expertise in other Trading and Risk management systems like Calypso, Summit or Orchestrade will be considered as well.Preferred Experience:Prior experience in a Front office IT support role or development roleFamiliarity with front to back flows and the different functions at a bankExperience with SDLC at a bankExperience with ION / eTrading is a plusMasters in Quantitative Finance or similar fieldsWhat we offer:An opportunity to work closely with top-tier trading professionals and Quant/STRATSA collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and professional growthOpportunities to be part of impactful initiatives and projects