We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantitative Analyst to join a high-performing trading and risk team within a leading bank. This role is suited to a seasoned quant professional with deep expertise in cross-asset trading, derivatives, and advanced risk analytics, who can operate at both a strategic and hands-on level.
Key Responsibilities
Analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality and its business application
Quantify and model the financial impact of risk and uncertainty
Lead the design and solutioning of future trading integrations, including APIs and backend systems
Act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams
Provide expert support, advisory, and training to internal teams and platform users
Conduct ongoing product assessments and enhancements aligned to market developments
Minimum Requirements
8+ years' experience in quantitative analysis within trading and risk environments
Proven experience in Cross Asset Trading and Risk (CATR)
Strong exposure to Derivatives Trading, particularly Volatility products
Hands-on experience with XVA (Valuation Adjustments) and analytics
Track record of delivering solutions across the full project lifecycle (end-to-end)
Qualifications
BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)
BSc Financial Engineering
BSc Actuarial Science / Financial Mathematics
B.Eng (Engineering)
CQF (Certificate in Quantitative Finance) (advantageous)
CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) (advantageous)
Technical Skills
Trading platforms: Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
Programming:
Python, C++, C#, SQL
VBA, R, Matlab, Java
Strong expertise in:
Quantitative modelling and financial engineering
Complex data analysis and system design
Trading systems and risk platforms
Key Competencies
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and initiatives
Solid understanding of risk management and regulatory frameworks
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities
Ability to build and maintain client and stakeholder relationships