Sr Trade Desk Analyst
Description
Position Summary:
Responsible for contributing to day-to-day trading operations. Develops and implements tools and processes that ensure trades are seamlessly and accurately entered into all trading systems, margin is paid and received as expected, as well as providing general surveillance over the entirety of the whole loan trading book. Additionally, this role executes trades in the mortgage market while maintaining and furthering counterparty relationships. It also requires strong analytical skills to interpret large datasets and identify trends that impact trading decisions. The Senior Trade Desk Analyst will leverage advanced Excel functionality to ensure accurate reconciliation, reporting, and decision-making.
Responsibilities:
- Builds tools in Excel, SQL, python and various programing languages that provide efficiency and accuracy to the Institutional Capital team, which consists of Sales, Trading, and Transaction Management.
- Analyzes large and complex datasets to identify discrepancies, trends, and actionable insights for trading strategies and operational improvements.
- Develops and maintains dynamic Excel models using semi-complex formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IF/THEN, INDEX/MATCH, and pivot tables) to support pricing, trade reconciliation, and performance reporting.
- Creates automated reporting tools and dashboards to streamline data validation and enhance transparency across trading operations.
- Works in a shared environment, comparing data sets and problem solving in real time with teammates while presenting work on a shared screen.
- Performs detailed data analysis and translates findings into actionable recommendations for trading and risk management.
- Supports Traders, Capital Market Sales, and Transaction Management with routine tasks. This includes producing data, sharing tapes, registering loans in investor portals, managing repeat business processes, accessing vendor reports, ingesting critical vendor output, tying out trade populations, and checking funding memos for settlements.
- Coordinates with the Accounting Department on approval and payment of vendor services.
- Provides ad hoc pricing scenario analysis across a range of mortgage and home equity products.
- Serves as liaison between Transaction Management and Post-Close team for collateral tracking and delivery efforts.
- Partners with IT to create Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and other protected file transfers with investors and vendors.
- Performs other duties and projects assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or minimum of five (5) + years’ experience working in a similar field.
- Prior work experience with Computer Science, Economics, or Mathematics degree.
- Experience with Excel, SQL & Python required. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with semi-complex formulas (VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, IF/THEN, INDEX/MATCH), pivot tables, and data visualization tools required.
- Strong aptitude for building and optimizing data-driven processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Experience in the Mortgage industry preferred.
- CFA, MBA, or CPA are a plus.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to interpret data and apply basic to intermediate math skills.
- Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Solid problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-focused approach.
Why work for #teamloanDepot:
- Aggressive compensation package based on experience and skill set.
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative culture where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
- Work with other passionate, purposeful, and customer-centric people.
- Extensive internal growth and professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical/Dental/Vision.
- Wellness program to support both mental and physical health.
- Generous paid time off for both exempt and non-exempt positions.
About loanDepot:
loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot has revolutionized the mortgage industry with a digital-first approach that makes it easier, faster, and less stressful to purchase or refinance a home. Today, loanDepot enables customers to achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. With headquarters in Southern California and offices nationwide, loanDepot is committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local, regional, and national philanthropic efforts.
Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay for this roles is between $65,000 and $114,000. Your base pay will depend on multiple individualized factors, including your job-related knowledge/skills, qualifications, experience, and market location.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.