CMBS Trader – Capital Markets

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAY 14, 2026

What is the opportunity?

We are seeking a CMBS Trader to actively support (build, manage and survey) the Principal Finance Group Portfolio in the Bahamas, consisting of Securitized products (CMBS).

What will you do?

• Demonstrate product expertise to identify opportunities and to analyse credit on commercial mortgage-backed securities for the Principal Finance Group portfolio.
• Cultivate counterparty relationships in securitized products.
• Be constantly aware of trading levels on all sectors of the portfolio; remain vigilant with respect to macro issues to spot trends in the Commercial Loan market that may have an impact on the portfolio or portfolio strategy.
• Keep abreast of developments in the US Commercial Loan market that may produce opportunities to increase profitability or add to existing businesses.
• Review new and updated Firm Policies applicable to the business and portfolio management activities.
• Identify, assess and manage operational risks/controls deficiencies in the business.
• Work with PFG team to construct investment letters, management presentations, and board level presentations.
• Develop, manage and enhance existing front office portfolio analytics framework.
• Monitor and improve process for front office P&L calculations and attribution.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Bachelor degree in Business, Finance, Mathematic, Economics, or other highly quantitative field.
• Strong knowledge of RBC, Commercial Mortgage Business, Financial Industry and Bank Regulatory framework.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven and successful experience in Securitized Products as a Trader, Portfolio Manager, Structurer, or Trading desk Analyst – with focus in commercial mortgage-backed securities.
• Well versed in review and understanding of securitized products deal documents and security structures and collateral analysis.
• Familiar with all types of CMBS bonds and should be willing and able to increase knowledge as new products are introduced to the market.
• Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively within a team environment.
• Ability to work independently, under strict time deadlines with attention to detail.
• Proficient in the use of Bloomberg, IntexCalc, Trepp, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Nice to Have

• Demonstrated technical acumen with MS Excel/VBA, or other programming languages, SQL, statistical programming languages, and/ or data visualization.
• Experience with Polypaths.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference in our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.