loanDepot · 11 hours ago
Sr Trade Desk Analyst
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $114K/yr
5+ years exploanDepot is a digital commerce company committed to serving its customers throughout the home ownership journey. The Senior Trade Desk Analyst is responsible for contributing to day-to-day trading operations, developing tools and processes for trade accuracy, and analyzing datasets to support trading strategies.
BankingFinanceFinancial ServicesMortgageReal Estate
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred, or minimum of five (5) + years' experience working in a similar field
Experience in the Mortgage industry preferred
CFA, MBA, or CPA are a plus
Benefits
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.
Company
loanDepot
loanDepot is an independent retail mortgage lender that provides residential loans, refinance loans, and personal loan products nationwide.
1001-5000 employees
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2025 (14)
2024 (7)
2023 (20)
2022 (49)
2021 (39)
2020 (23)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$831.95MKey Investors
Parthenon Capital Partners
2025-08-19Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2025-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2024-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $300M
Leadership Team
David Smith
VP of National VA Lending
Jeffrey Wilkish
Regional Vice President
Recent News
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