Derivatives Quant Analyst recruitment
A prestigious Asset Manager is looking for a Junior Quantitative Analyst to join their Derivatives team.
They are looking for an individual who is a 2009-2012 Masters Graduate in a Maths related subject. Derivatives knowledge, although not essential, is very advantageous and programming skills in VBA is a necessity. Experience of C++ would be beneficial.
You will have proven experience in utilising your derivatives, programming or academic knowledge either through work experience or academic study and will be able to articulate clear motivations for wanting to pursue an opportunity within Quant Analysis within Asset Management.
Day to day responsibilities will include:
• Providing quantitative support to the Head of Derivatives in the design, development and implementation of derivative pricing, risk management and trading tools
• Assisting with Derivative risk reporting
• Assisting with Model validation and testing
• Working with Fund managers on derivative strategies and risk management
• Implementing new and maintaining existing models in Excel VBA / C++ / FinCad
• Providing quantitative support for marketing, economists and other areas of the business as required
The hiring manager is looking for someone with an obvious passion for Quantitative Finance and for somebody who has a thirst to learn and to take on more responsibility.
In return you will be offered fantastic exposure across asset classes in a market facing role. You will work alongside some very experienced and knowledgeable individuals who are prepared to invest in the team and offer exceptional career progression. Following success in this position you may have the opportunity to become a derivatives trader or to continue as a quantitative analyst so this is a fantastic position for junior candidates.
For further details please contact Sacha Tasker on 0203 145 3366 or sacha.tasker@bruinfinancial.com.