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Quantitative Analyst

Posted by Placements24
edinburgh, scotland, EH1 1DG, United Kingdom
Full time
£85,000 - £85,000 Per Annum

Job Description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Quantitative Analyst to join their innovative team in Edinburgh . This role involves developing and implementing sophisticated mathematical models and algorithms to support trading strategies, risk management, and financial product development. You will work with large datasets, advanced programming languages, and cutting-edge financial technologies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mathematically inclined professional to contribute to a leading financial services company, driving data-driven insights and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, test, and implement quantitative models for trading, risk management, and pricing.
Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, correlations, and trading opportunities.
Build and maintain data pipelines and analytical tools using programming languages such as Python or R.
Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to provide quantitative support.
Ensure the accuracy and efficiency of quantitative models and systems.
Stay abreast of the latest developments in quantitative finance and data science.

Requirements

PhD or Master's degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
Strong programming skills in Python, R, C++, or similar languages.
Solid understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and financial mathematics.
Experience working with large datasets and databases.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication skills to explain complex methodologies to non-technical audiences.

Benefits