- Johannesburg
- Salary: On Application
- Job Type: Contract
- Sectors: Banking Finance
- Reference: 8X3W74YV
Vacancy Details
Employer: Ovations Talent Sourcing
Quantitative Analytics Consultant
Global Markets | 12-Month Contract
We are seeking a highly skilled Quantitative Analytics Consultant to join our Global Markets Portfolio. This role is critical in driving data-driven trading strategies, enhancing risk analysis, and ensuring seamless integration across trading platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document non-linear trading functionality within the business
- Evaluate and quantify the financial cost of risk and uncertainty
- Lead the design of future trading integration solutions via APIs and backend systems
- Act as a bridge between business and technical teams to ensure smooth delivery of in-flight projects
- Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users
- Conduct ongoing product reviews and enhancements aligned to market trends
Required Skills
- Quantitative Finance
- Python, C++, SQL, VBA,Matlab, Golang
- Front Arena, Murex, Calypso
- Global Markets
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications
- BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)
- BSc Financial Engineering
- BSc Actuarial Science & Financial Mathematics
- BEng Mechatronics
- CQF (Certificate in Quantitative Finance)
- ACI Dealing Certificate
Experience & Skills
- Strong experience with trading platforms (Front Arena, Murex, Calypso)
- Proficiency in Python, C++, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, Golang
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Solid understanding of financial modelling and risk management
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end project delivery
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple priorities
- Strong client relationship management skills
- Strategic mindset with the ability to align technical solutions to business goals
- Adaptability in fast-changing market and technology environments
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