Associate, Structured Equity Derivatives Trader

About This Role

Wells Fargo is seeking an Associate, Structured Equity Derivatives Trader in Corporate & Investment Banking as part of Markets.

In This Role, You Will

• Model, quote, trade, and risk‑manage complex exotic and structured equity derivatives, along with quantitative investment strategies (QIS).
• Work across a broad range of derivative and QIS products, including autocallables, cliquets, barriers/digitals, baskets, rainbows, synthetic converts, volatility‑control and algorithmic-index derivatives, and risk‑premia strategies.
• Support senior traders by executing hedging transactions, pricing new deals, managing secondary market risk, and contributing to enhancements in models, hedging approaches, trading systems, and workflow processes.
• Develop and maintain Python and VBA code, along with Excel-based pricing and risk management tools, to enhance and automate the desk’s workflow.
• Interface 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 Mathematics.
• Experience trading structured/exotic derivatives and QIS products.
• Proficiency and comfort with Python programming.
• Ability to take initiative in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail and delivering high‑quality analytical and problem‑solving work.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
• Advanced 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.

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 benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement