Quantitative Analyst, Equities and Hybrid

Posted 3 days ago by Jobtailor

Permanent
Full Time
Other
London, United Kingdom
Job Description
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain pricing and risk models for equity derivatives
  • Implement models in C++, Python, or proprietary libraries used by front office desks
  • Calibrate models to market data and perform quantitative analyses to support trading strategies
  • Collaborate with traders, structurers, and risk managers to deliver robust analytical tools and pricing solutions
  • Ensure model governance compliance, including documentation and validation support
  • Contribute to innovation in pricing methodologies, numerical techniques, and model efficiency improvements
  • Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing for complex structured products
Requirements
  • MSc/PhD in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science)
  • Strong programming skills (C++, Python or similar)
  • Deep understanding of stochastic calculus, numerical methods, and derivatives pricing
  • Experience with equity derivatives (vanilla and exotics); hybrid product experience is a strong advantage
  • Familiarity with market data sources (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters) and calibration techniques
  • Effective communication skills with ability to explain complex models to non technical stakeholders
  • Previous experience in an equity front office quant role or equity model valuation team is preferred
  • MSc
  • PhD