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Quantitative Analyst Consultant
DeARX · Sandton
Job description
About the role
Join a leading global markets bank as a Quantitative Analyst Consultant on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. You will operate at the intersection of trading, technology and risk, delivering quantitative models, trading‑strategy optimisation and risk analytics that support the bank’s strategic objectives.
Key responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to analyse and document non‑linear trading functionality and its business application.
- Assess and quantify financial risks, costs and uncertainty factors.
- Lead solution design for future trading integration, leveraging APIs and backend systems.
- Act as liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure seamless delivery of ongoing projects.
- Provide expert support, insights and training to internal teams and platform users.
- Conduct product reviews and enhancements to align with evolving market demands.
Required profile
- BSc in Mathematical Sciences, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Financial Mathematics or Engineering.
- Relevant certifications such as CQF, CFA or FRM.
- Strong experience in cross‑asset trading and risk, quantitative analysis and derivatives, especially volatility products.
- Proven ability to deliver end‑to‑end projects and manage multiple priorities.
Required skills
- Python, C++, C#, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, Java.
- Trading platforms: Front Arena, Murex, Calypso.
What we offer
- Work on cutting‑edge trading and quantitative modelling initiatives.
- Exposure to a high‑performing global markets environment.
- Opportunity to influence strategic trading and risk decisions.
- Collaborative, fast‑paced and innovation‑driven culture.
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DeARX
Sandton