Valuation Control Quant Associate.
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About the organisation.
Our client is a prominent global financial services institution with a strong presence in international markets. They are known for their commitment to excellence in investment banking and their focus on fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture. The firm provides a sophisticated environment for professionals to grow their careers within the global financial landscape.
About the role.
This role sits within the Valuation Control team, focusing on the development and validation of quantitative models used for derivative pricing and risk assessment. You will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of valuation processes by applying advanced mathematical techniques. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex financial products in a dynamic, hybrid work environment.
What you will do.
- Develop and maintain robust quantitative models for derivative pricing and valuation control.
- Perform rigorous model validation to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
- Analyze and interpret complex financial data to support valuation adjustments and risk reporting.
- Collaborate with front-office trading desks and risk management teams to address model-related queries.
- Implement and optimize pricing algorithms using Python and VBA.
- Monitor market data inputs and assess the impact of model changes on valuation outcomes.
- Document model methodologies and validation results for internal stakeholders and auditors.
What you bring.
- 3–5 years of experience in quantitative finance, specifically in model development or validation.
- Strong understanding of stochastic calculus and its application to derivative pricing.
- Proficiency in Python and VBA for financial modeling and data analysis.
- Advanced knowledge of derivative products and valuation control frameworks.
- Experience with risk models and their integration into financial systems.
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel for complex data manipulation and reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly.
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