Capital Markets Instructor (Part-Time/Contract)

About Wall Street Prep

Founded in 2004 by investment bankers, Wall Street Prep (WSP) equips financial professionals and students with the practical skills needed to excel in their careers. Our instructor-led and online training programs bridge the gap between academia and the real world, empowering thousands of students and professionals annually.

Our clients include top-tier investment banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, and leading business schools worldwide.

Position Overview

We are seeking an engaging Capital Markets Instructor to lead live classroom training sessions that prepare participants for successful careers in the capital markets. This role offers the opportunity to develop your public speaking and presentation skills, establish yourself as a thought leader in financial services, and expand your professional network.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate live, in-person capital markets training sessions at top undergraduate business schools, MBA programs, and financial institutions.
• Complete WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program, a professional development initiative for new instructors, within the first four weeks of onboarding.

Core Values

At WSP, we believe our culture is as important as the skills we teach. We live by these core values:

• Teamwork: Collaborate with diverse individuals, fostering empathy and mutual respect to achieve shared goals.
• Integrity: Uphold trust and respect by consistently doing what’s right.
• Accountability: Honor commitments to clients, students, and teammates.
• Humility: Approach every interaction with curiosity, openness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Transparency: Foster honest and open communication at all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• Professional Experience:
  • Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in a sales and trading role at a top-tier bank or hedge fund.
  • Preferred product expertise in equity derivatives, fixed income (rates, credit), or FX.
• Passion for Teaching:
  • Strong enthusiasm for educating and mentoring students.
  • Prior teaching experience is highly desirable but not required.
• Commitment to Training:
  • Available to conduct a minimum of 15 days of classroom training per year, including weekdays and weekends as needed.
  • Summer (Monday-Friday availability required).
  • Fall/Spring (weekday and weekend availability preferred).
  • Open to teaching week-long or multi-week programs.
• Flexibility and Mobility:
  • Willing to travel domestically and internationally.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, startup culture centered around innovation and teamwork.
• Competitive compensation with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
• Access to professional development through WSP’s Train-the-Trainer Program.
• Opportunities to build your professional finance network.
• Develop exceptional presentation and public speaking skills.
• Work alongside an energetic, entrepreneurial-minded team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wall Street Prep is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.