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Head of Quantitative AnalysisApply locations Cannon Street, London time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R_15163 Job TitleHead of Quantitative Analysis

Job DescriptionWe are a publicly - traded FTSE250 FinTech company who run mobile, web and desktop platforms that help our clients trade stocks and shares, leveraged products, Future s and Options and Crypto.

Were hungry to move faster, ship better product for our customers and grow our user base. The Head of Quantitative Analysis will lead our firm''s quantitative research and analytical capabilities, overseeing the development, validation, and enhancement of quantitative models and analytical frameworks across multiple asset classes. This senior leadership role combines deep technical expertise with strategic analytical insights to drive data-driven decision making and support the firm''s trading and risk management objectives , across its derivatives business .Provide strategic direction for the firm''s quantitative analysis function, identifying new analytical opportunities, methodologies, and technological advancements

- Collaborate with senior leadership to align quantitative analysis objectives with overall business goals

- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across trading , risk, and technology teams

- Establish and monitor analytical standards and quality metrics for all quantitative research activities

Drive the innovation and enhancement of proprietary analytical models, valuation frameworks, and risk assessment tools

- Oversee the research process from hypothesis generation to model validation and implementation

- Stay at the forefront of developments in quantitative finance, machine learning, and statistical modelling

- Oversee the implementation of analytical frameworks for portfolio optimization, performance attribution, and risk assessment

- Risk Management and Analysis- Implement comprehensive analytical frameworks for risk measurement and monitoring

- Ensure proper back testing, stress testing, and scenario analysis of all quantitative models

- Work with trading and risk teams to develop appropriate analytical controls and reporting

- Collaborate with the Risk team to support the analysis of market, credit, and operational risks through quantitative methods

Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering

-5+ years of experience in quantitative analysis, research, or related fields

- Demonstrated expertise in statistical modelling and data analysis across multiple domains

Deep understanding of statistical methods, econometric techniques, and their application to financial analysis

- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quantitative analysis (Python, R, SQL, MATLAB, etc.)

- Strong knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and analytical frameworks

- Experience with big data technologies, cloud computing, and advanced analytics platforms

- Understanding of financial theory and practice, including portfolio theory, asset pricing, and risk management

Leadership and Personal Qualities- Integrity and ethical conduct in all aspects of research and analysis

Head of Institutional Risklocations Cannon Street, London time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago

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