922 Securities Analyst jobs in the United Kingdom
Quantitative Analyst - Financial Modeling
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement advanced quantitative models for pricing, risk management, and portfolio optimization.
- Perform complex statistical analysis on large datasets to identify market trends, correlations, and trading opportunities.
- Back-test and validate models, ensuring their accuracy and robustness.
- Collaborate with portfolio managers and traders to translate business requirements into quantitative solutions.
- Contribute to the development of trading strategies and risk mitigation frameworks.
- Write efficient and well-documented code in languages such as Python, R, or C++.
- Stay abreast of academic research and industry best practices in quantitative finance.
- Communicate complex analytical findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Monitor and manage the performance of existing models, making necessary adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk policies.
- Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Quantitative Analyst or in a similar quantitative role within the financial industry.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quantitative finance (e.g., Python, R, C++, SQL).
- In-depth knowledge of statistical modeling, time series analysis, machine learning, and financial mathematics.
- Experience with financial markets, instruments, and risk management concepts.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas simply.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and rigor.
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Modeling
Posted 4 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and implement complex quantitative models for pricing, risk management, and trading strategies across various asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives).
- Analyze large datasets to identify market trends, assess risk exposures, and support investment decisions.
- Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to understand their analytical needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Design and execute back-testing and scenario analysis for developed models.
- Ensure models are compliant with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
- Contribute to the technological infrastructure supporting quantitative research and development.
- Develop and maintain clear and concise documentation for all models and methodologies.
- Present complex quantitative findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities for model improvement and innovation.
- Mentor junior quantitative analysts and contribute to team development.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging financial instruments, and regulatory changes.
- Work closely with IT teams to ensure efficient implementation and deployment of models.
- Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quantitative analyst role within investment banking, asset management, or a hedge fund.
- Strong expertise in financial modeling, including stochastic calculus, time series analysis, and derivative pricing.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, R, or MATLAB.
- Experience with financial databases and data manipulation tools (e.g., SQL).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, trading strategies, and risk management principles.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.
- Experience with risk management frameworks (e.g., VaR, CVA, XVA) is a plus.
- Familiarity with machine learning techniques applied to finance is advantageous.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Lead Quantitative Analyst - Financial Modeling
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and deploy advanced quantitative models for pricing, risk management, and hedging of financial derivatives.
- Lead a team of quantitative analysts, providing technical guidance and mentorship.
- Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and risk officers to understand their modeling needs.
- Perform rigorous back-testing and validation of model performance against market data.
- Identify and research new mathematical approaches and statistical techniques for financial modeling.
- Contribute to the design and implementation of robust data infrastructure for quantitative analysis.
- Communicate complex modeling concepts and results clearly to diverse stakeholders.
- Stay updated with regulatory changes and their impact on financial modeling requirements.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and industry best practices.
- Drive innovation in quantitative research and model development.
Qualifications:
- Master's or PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Computer Science, or Financial Engineering.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in quantitative finance, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role.
- Strong expertise in stochastic calculus, time series analysis, and numerical methods.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quant finance, such as Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas), C++, or R.
- Experience with large datasets and database technologies (e.g., SQL).
- Deep understanding of various financial markets (equities, fixed income, derivatives).
- Proven ability to lead projects and mentor junior team members.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities.
- Demonstrated success in developing and deploying production-level quantitative models.
- Must be able to work effectively in a fully remote setting.
Senior Quantitative Analyst - Financial Modeling
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement cutting-edge quantitative models for pricing derivatives, assessing risk, and optimizing trading strategies.
- Perform rigorous back-testing and validation of models to ensure accuracy, robustness, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate closely with traders, portfolio managers, risk officers, and IT teams to understand business needs and translate them into quantitative solutions.
- Analyze large datasets to identify market trends, generate insights, and inform model enhancements.
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of the firm's risk management framework through sophisticated modeling techniques.
- Research and evaluate new quantitative methodologies and technologies to improve modeling capabilities.
- Document model specifications, assumptions, methodologies, and limitations thoroughly.
- Present complex quantitative concepts and findings clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Mentor junior quantitative analysts and contribute to the team's overall technical expertise.
- Ensure adherence to all internal policies and external regulations governing financial modeling and risk management.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field such as Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quantitative analysis role within the financial services industry.
- Strong proficiency in programming languages commonly used in quantitative finance, such as Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas), C++, or R.
- Extensive experience with financial modeling techniques, including Monte Carlo simulations, time series analysis, stochastic calculus, and econometrics.
- Deep understanding of financial derivatives, fixed income, equities, and risk management principles.
- Experience with data manipulation and database technologies (e.g., SQL).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as Basel III and Solvency II is a plus.
- Experience working in a hybrid office setup, balancing remote collaboration with in-person meetings.
Senior Quantitative Analyst (Financial Modeling)
Posted 6 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, and implement complex mathematical and statistical models for financial risk assessment, asset valuation, and portfolio optimization.
- Design and build pricing models for various financial instruments, including derivatives and structured products.
- Conduct rigorous backtesting and validation of models to ensure accuracy and robustness.
- Collaborate with trading desks, portfolio managers, and risk management teams to understand their analytical needs and provide tailored solutions.
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications for model development.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, R, or C++.
- Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights relevant to financial markets.
- Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory changes, and emerging quantitative techniques.
- Prepare comprehensive documentation of models, methodologies, and results.
- Communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Contribute to the development of trading strategies and risk management frameworks.
- Mentor junior quantitative analysts and contribute to the team's knowledge sharing.
- Master's or PhD in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics, or Computer Science.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, or risk management within the financial services industry.
- Expertise in developing and implementing models for pricing, risk, or trading.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, C++, or MATLAB.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and derivatives.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and statistical modeling skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with big data technologies and machine learning techniques is a plus.
Senior Quantitative Analyst, Financial Modeling
Posted 6 days ago
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The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in a quantitative discipline, coupled with extensive practical experience in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and programming. You will be adept at using languages such as Python, R, or C++ to build, test, and deploy predictive models for asset pricing, portfolio optimization, and risk assessment. Collaboration with portfolio managers, traders, and risk officers will be essential, requiring clear communication of intricate quantitative concepts through virtual channels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and implement sophisticated quantitative models for financial markets.
- Conduct in-depth statistical analysis and data mining of large financial datasets.
- Design and test trading algorithms and investment strategies.
- Perform risk analysis and develop risk management models.
- Collaborate with portfolio managers and traders to provide quantitative insights.
- Optimize existing models for performance and accuracy.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in quantitative finance and econometrics.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages like Python, R, or C++.
- Present complex quantitative findings to stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in quantitative analysis within the financial services industry.
- Proven expertise in financial modeling, time-series analysis, and statistical techniques.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, C++, or similar languages.
- Experience with financial data vendors (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv) and databases.
- Knowledge of derivatives pricing, risk management, and portfolio optimization.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, effective in a remote team environment.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Senior Data Scientist - Financial Modeling
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This position requires a strong command of statistical modeling, econometrics, and machine learning algorithms, coupled with a deep understanding of financial markets and instruments. You will work with large, complex datasets, employing cutting-edge tools and technologies to extract actionable insights. Key responsibilities include designing and implementing models for forecasting, fraud detection, credit scoring, and portfolio optimization. You will also be involved in validating model performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and communicating complex findings to senior management and other stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in data science within the financial industry, with demonstrable experience in building and deploying robust financial models. Excellent programming skills in Python or R, proficiency in SQL, and experience with big data technologies are essential. A strong quantitative background, demonstrated by a Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant field such as Finance, Economics, Statistics, or Computer Science, is required. You should have excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely. As part of a fully remote team, you must be self-motivated, highly organized, and able to collaborate effectively across distances. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work environment, offering ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and deploy advanced statistical and machine learning models for financial applications.
- Conduct comprehensive data analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in financial markets.
- Build predictive models for forecasting, risk management, fraud detection, and portfolio optimization.
- Collaborate with quantitative analysts, traders, and risk managers to define modeling requirements.
- Ensure model accuracy, robustness, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and financial modeling.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- 5+ years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on financial modeling and analysis.
- Proficiency in Python or R, and extensive experience with data manipulation and modeling libraries.
- Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases.
- Deep understanding of financial markets, instruments, and risk management principles.
- Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Senior Securities Data Analyst, Pricing & Custody Data , Invest Mgmt
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Senior Data Scientist, Financial Risk Modeling
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement sophisticated data models using machine learning and statistical techniques to identify, measure, and manage financial risks.
- Analyze large, complex datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and insights related to market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
- Collaborate with risk managers, traders, and other stakeholders to define risk modeling requirements and objectives.
- Validate and back-test models to ensure their accuracy, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Develop and maintain production-ready code for model deployment and monitoring, using languages such as Python or R.
- Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing to evaluate the potential impact of adverse market conditions.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management frameworks and methodologies.
- Prepare clear and concise documentation and present findings and recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and financial risk management.
- Ensure all modeling activities comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
- Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or Economics.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Data Scientist or in a similar role within the financial services industry, with a focus on risk modeling.
- Strong proficiency in Python or R, including experience with relevant data science libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- Solid understanding of financial markets, various types of financial risk, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., Basel III).
- Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and big data platforms.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a diverse audience.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
This is a challenging and rewarding role for a seasoned data professional looking to make a significant impact in the financial sector in Glasgow .
Senior Investment Analyst - Equity Research
Posted 2 days ago
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Key responsibilities include performing detailed financial statement analysis, building complex financial models, and forecasting future company performance. You will monitor industry trends, competitive landscapes, and macroeconomic factors that could impact investment performance. The role involves significant interaction with investor relations departments and company executives to gather information and assess management quality. You will also be expected to contribute to internal investment committee meetings, presenting your research findings and defending your recommendations.
This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your analytical skills from anywhere. We are looking for an individual with exceptional written and verbal communication skills, the ability to synthesize complex information into clear and concise insights, and a strong ethical compass. Experience in fundamental analysis, quantitative modeling, and valuation techniques is paramount. A passion for investing and a curious, proactive mindset are essential for success in this role. You will be an integral part of a collaborative team, contributing to the firm's investment strategy and success. The focus is on rigorous analysis and disciplined decision-making.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. CFA designation or progress towards it is highly desirable. Minimum of 7 years of experience in equity research, investment analysis, or a related financial role. Proven track record of producing high-quality investment research. Strong financial modeling and valuation skills. Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities. Superior written and verbal communication skills. This role is primarily focused on research and analysis for the **Reading, Berkshire, UK** market, but is performed remotely.