Credit Trading Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of credit trading. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership and guidance to Region Americas and its Markets concerning all aspects of Credit risk management.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Understand fundamental analysis of distressed/HY credits
• Sound understanding of fundamental computer science concepts and experience (or an interest in learning about) real-time, high performance and eTrading areas
• Strong Java expertise, both serverside and UI, with a background in delivering enterprise level applications
• Knowledge of financial products Credit Products would be preferable
• Academic background at Masters/PhD level in a quantitative subject (Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or other analytical background)
• Excellent communication skills with a good sense of humor
• Proficiency in Java, C# or C++ Development
• Proficiency in GUI frameworks

Please consider me for the credit trading opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for strong input on Political Risk, Medium Term Credit, Commodity Markets and Emerging Economies.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Familiarity with methodologies for quantifying and analyzing market and credit risks and in depth knowledge of OTC derivatives products (FX, IR, Equities and Commodities)
• Writing skills sufficient to prepare an analysis, and to communicate a business initiative in simple, concise easy to read language
• Strong credit skills and understanding of counterpart credit risk concepts
• Fluent in of main European languages
• Good knowledge of commodity markets, preference for Energy sector in Europe
• Robust understanding of Credit Rating models
• Resilience, Integrity and Positive Thinking
• Prior experience in Credit Trading

I would like to submit my application for the credit trading opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for correct and competitive pricing for requests to internal and external customers, trading specific non-linear credit products within the product mandate, the fixed limits and required risk profile of the desk.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Professional experience with front office trading or risk systems
• Foreign Exchange, Commodities or Interest Rates market experience
• Strong knowledge of securities regulations (Securities Exchange ACT of 1934 and the Investment Advisers ACT of 1940)
• Strong Mandarin language skills (speaking and written)
• Focus on USD Credit Market, in both cash bonds and CDS
• Database and middleware experience (JMS, Tibco, DB2
• Proven C# development skills and knowledge
• Experience in class libraries design and general application architecture

I would like to submit my application for the credit trading opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for credit risk input to the BIP project plans on product and new markets in respect of and other portfolios where appropriate.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• UX design skills and experience with interface design patterns
• Proficiency in C++ Development, preferable in MS Windows
• Proficiency in SQL and experience working with SQL Server and/or Oracle
• Experience working in or with production support teams to deploy and support software applications
• Experience working in a fast paced environment (Front Office Trading preferred)
• Knowledge of SDLC and prior experience working on large software development projects
• Familiarity with source control systems such as GIT, SVN or TFS
• Understanding of products and markets (ideally Credit)

I am excited to be applying for the position of credit trading. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for proactive management of counterparty/portfolio risk in partnership with the marketers/originators, GRM Credit and GRM Trading Credit Risk.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Strong knowledge of Asian markets
• Experience in dealing and negotiating with internal and external clients
• Experience in working in a team across multiple geographies and time zones
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and requirements in relevant countries
• Review and investigation of trading excesses
• Review of daily ratings alerts and notification of Borrower Risk Rating upgrades / downgrades and preparation of CAIRO credit reviews to reflect rating changes
• Maintain internal Credit Management trading line logs
• Proficient Java Development Skills