Analyst, Corporate Derivatives

About the company

Derivative Path provides capital markets institutions with AI-enabled technology and specialist advisory services. Its cloud-based platform helps banks, credit unions, private equity firms, hedge funds, asset managers, and insurance companies manage interest rate, foreign exchange, and commodity exposures, improve hedging decisions, and simplify cross-border payments. Serving more than 250 financial institutions and major private equity clients, the company delivers scalable tools that support stronger risk management and better operating performance. It also works with partners such as Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, FNBO, Q2, and Jack Henry to offer deep capabilities that help clients reach their financial goals in changing market conditions.

The organization has a team of experienced professionals and offers a flexible hybrid environment across offices in San Francisco, New York, Chicago, and Manila. It is also committed to fostering a diverse workplace where employees feel a real sense of belonging.

Role overview

This opportunity is for an undergraduate candidate to join the Risk Solutions team in New York. The role supports risk advisory work, trade execution, and general client coverage for private equity, corporate, and other non-bank end users. You will also contribute ideas for improvements to DerivativeEDGE, the firm’s technology platform. The position is suited to someone who is comfortable in a lean setting where individual contribution matters and where there is direct exposure to senior stakeholders and high-profile clients.

What you will do

• Support client coverage work across risk identification, analysis, hedge strategy development, pricing, analytics, trade execution, portfolio upkeep, and reporting.
• Help discuss market risks, hedging options, and expected outcomes with clients.
• Work with hedge banks and other client relationship partners to move transaction processes forward.
• Create client-facing materials, market commentary, and educational content.
• Handle internal and pre-trade or post-trade activities such as onboarding, documentation, confirmations, and valuations.
• Assist senior team members and contribute to broader firm-wide initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Currently finishing, or recently finished, an undergraduate degree with graduation expected by June 2025; a GPA of 3.25 or above is preferred.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both in writing and in presentations or day-to-day collaboration.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, with an interest in further strengthening these tools.
• Strong attention to detail and an organized, solution-oriented approach while managing multiple deadlines.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and eager to use technology and new ideas to improve efficiency and impact.
• Fast learner who is comfortable taking on varied responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
• Team-oriented mindset with an entrepreneurial attitude and enthusiasm for helping a growing business succeed.

Preferred experience

• Exposure to Bloomberg or similar derivatives pricing platforms.
• Previous internship experience at a bulge bracket bank or private equity firm.

Location and work pattern

This role is based in New York City and requires five days per week in the office.

Compensation and benefits

The role offers a base salary between $80,000 and $90,000, along with discretionary bonus eligibility and equity. The compensation package is also described as including salary, equity, and an annual bonus.

• 40 hours of sick leave
• 18 days of paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) contribution of 3%
• Health benefits with HSA and FSA options, life insurance, and short-term disability coverage
• Comprehensive coverage that includes health, dental, vision, retirement plan contribution, and generous paid time off

Equal opportunity statement

Derivative Path is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender characteristic, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, disability, military or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth-related conditions, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.