FX Strategy Research Associate
The successful candidate would support and contribute to a wide variety of quantitative and qualitative analysis, as well as pre and post-publication duties that require strong written and verbal communications skills. A systematic approach toward problem solving is essential, as well as creativity and the ability to work independently. The successful candidate will need to be able to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time. Some of your specific responsibilities will include:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contribute to daily, weekly, monthly and ad-hoc publications for distribution internally and externally
Maintain and develop quantitative tools and models for analyzing FX markets
Participate in and assist with morning meetings and other internal briefings
Help generate trade ideas and directional market calls
Support and answer queries from clients, sales trading staff on a global basis
Maintain a close relationship with other research colleagues from other asset classes
Assist with special projects, presentations and initiatives as assigned
Build brand awareness through media exposure
QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate or graduate degree with high numerical/mathematical content
Ability to write quickly and clearly to tight deadlines
Strong quantitative skills and ability to extract market-relevant conclusions
Ability to work independently, under strict time deadlines, with attention to detail and accuracy
Interest in and understanding of factors that drive financial markets from day to day
Strong communications skills and ability to communicate complex ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences
Ability to work within a team environment
Broad range of PC skills, including Excel
Additional/desirable skills
Experience in VBA or other programming languages
Knowledge of statistical/quantitative techniques and ability to apply these to financial market problems
Fluency in one or more foreign languages
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