London, Hybrid – 3 days in the office / 2 WFH
The Role
We’re hiring for a high-priority position within the Market Data Analytics Team at a well-known Investment Bank.
This role sits in the Traded Risk Management department, which includes market risk, product control, and counterparty credit risk.
This is an exciting opportunity to thrive in a stable, long-term role where your expertise will have a lasting impact.
You’ll contribute to a dedicated team responsible for overseeing market data sourcing, transformations, modeling, and proxies.
The team supports the broader Financial Markets and Group Treasury functions across all asset classes, with a particular focus on Interest Rate Derivatives and Commodities.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will come from a similar role and be looking to gain further exposure while working in a high-priority area. A statistical and mathematical background is essential, alongside expertise in:
- Project management, analysis, and visualization of large market data sets.
- Market Risk with a solid understanding of derivatives pricing.
- Traders and Structurers are also encouraged to apply.
Essential Experience / Knowledge:
- Experience with and a keen interest in financial markets’ policies, guidelines, and regulations.
- Proven ability to handle large market data sets and associated technologies.
- Python programming skills, particularly for building solutions with large datasets.
- SQL experience and strong quantitative knowledge of several asset classes, their risks, and pricing.
- A deep understanding of market risk metrics (e.g., VaR, HVaR, IRC) and market risk capital requirements.
Additional Skills:
- Quantitative problem-solving skills (this will be tested at the interview).
- Leadership experience, ideally including management of direct reports.
- Strong communication skills:
- Regular interaction with colleagues at varying levels of seniority.
- Adapting communication styles for audiences ranging from senior executives to junior colleagues impacted by new rules and processes.
- Self-starter who is proactive, results-driven, and flexible.
- Ability to work independently and deliver efficiently under tight timelines.
If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and aspirations, please send your CV to tg@barclaysimpson.com.
Application Deadline: Monday, 23 December 2024.