Associate Director, Fixed Income Trader

Associate Director Fixed Income Trader

Build the future with us

Would you like to join one of Canada's leading portfolio managers? iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is the place to take your career to new heights in a high-performance work environment. Our passionate teams are dedicated every day to ensuring that iAGAM is among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. iAGAM employs over 100 seasoned investment professionals and has close to $100 billion in assets under management. It manages portfolios of general funds, segregated funds and mutual funds for iA Financial Group.

The Vice President, Head of Global Trading is looking for an Associate Director, Fixed Income Trading to join the trading team. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to our team and located in our Montreal or Quebec City offices.

Who you’ll work with:

• The Fixed Income trading team collaborates closely with various portfolio managers, analysts, and other teams across the organization (legal, operations, compliance)

• The individual will report directly to the Global Head of Trading, work closely with other fixed income traders, and traders in other asset classes

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Associate Director Fixed Income Trader, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities:

• Monitor and execute timely and reliable transactions in fixed income and related derivatives (IRS, X-CCY, swaptions)

• Support trading team in order management and operational processes

• Collaborate with the investment management team by sharing market insights

• Coordinate with various departments such as Accounting, Legal and Operations

• Develop and maintain relationships with our counterparties to ensure optimal access to liquidity

• Assist in the development of junior traders

• Support improvements in the trade process including pre/post trade analytics, TCA

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a Bachelor's degree in a related field of study (advanced degree or CFA preferred)

• Has at least 5 years experience of trading fixed income products and related derivatives

• Stands out for their excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrates strong knowledge of Bloomberg and other trading tools (Candeal, MarketAxcess, Trumid)

• Is known for their effective teamwork abilities

• Capable of thriving under pressure, managing multiple tasks, and upholding attention to detail

• Has ability to code in Python, SQL, VBA and experience in Trading in FX/Equities /Futures/Credit is an asset·   

• Is fluent in French ( is an asset ) and has an advanced level of English are required, as the individual will be expected to communicate and deliver presentations to internal and external clients across Canada on a weekly basis.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;

• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;

• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;

• Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! 

Still unsure about applying?

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!