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Quant Strategist, Credit Trading – Global Markets

Barclay Simpson

London

On-site

GBP 140,000 - 180,000

Full time

15 days ago

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An established industry player seeks a VP-level Quantitative Strategist to join their London team. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop and maintain cutting-edge analytical tools while working directly with traders in credit markets. Candidates should possess a deep understanding of credit markets and derivatives pricing, alongside strong quantitative modeling skills. The position promises a competitive salary and the chance to contribute to impactful financial strategies within a diverse and inclusive environment. If you are an analytical problem solver with a passion for financial markets, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Deep understanding of credit markets and derivatives pricing.
Experience with quantitative modeling and large dataset analysis.

Develop and maintain Python desk tools and C++ analytics libraries.
Conduct market risk stress testing and analyze key risk drivers.

Analytical Problem Solving

Quantitative Modeling

Financial Markets Expertise

Large Dataset Analysis

PhD or Master’s Degree

Python

C++

Our client is a tier 1 investment bank in London who are looking for a highly analytical problem solver with front office expertise in quantitative modeling and financial markets.

The role is VP level and with a base salary range of £140k – £180k (maybe some flex to increase – depending on experience.)

Join a global team of Quantitative Strategists and work directly with traders in credit markets (EM, bonds, derivatives, structured products).

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain Python desk tools and C++ analytics libraries
Conduct market risk stress testing and analyze key risk drivers
Design and implement pricing models and hedging strategies
Support traders and risk functions with data-driven insights

What We’re Looking For:

Deep understanding of credit markets and derivatives pricing
Experience with large dataset analysis and quantitative modeling
Advanced degree (PhD/Master’s) or equivalent experience

Please only apply if you meet the requirements above.

We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.

Barclay Simpson acts as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and an Employment Business for temporary/contract engagements.

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