Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Economic and Financial Analysis
Job title
Quantitative Analyst - Fixed Income
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Expected start date
01/07/2025
Job summary
The main mission of the Quantitative Research Team is to develop, design and apply quantitative tools for fund managers as part of the investment decision making process.
Candidate will support this mission working with the London Head of Quantitative Research. Product coverage includes currencies, fixed income, and derivatives.
Supplementary Information
Main Accountabilities:
1. Developing quant infrastructure, updating quant models & analysis in support of core investment processes
2. Developing and maintaining optimisation tools for portfolio construction
3. Developing front-office risk and performance attribution methodology
4. Producing and presenting ad-hoc quantitative research
5. Participating in client meetings to explain the quantitative aspects of the investment process
6. Providing expertise to internal system analysts and developers to enhance front-office tools
7. Assisting in quantitative analysis for major institutional presentations
8. Providing ad-hoc solutions to internal and external requests
9. Actively exchanging with Amundi teams to enhance synergies and support wider objectives of the group. The scope of responsibilities can be extended to the fixed income platform which is spread across several offices
The role holder will adhere to FCA rules, conduct rules and principles and the Firms policies and procedures. Where appropriate, the role holder will seek guidance from management or Compliance.
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
London
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Postgraduate degree MA/MSc/PhD/Doctorate or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Strong academic credentials acquired through degree level education in mathematics or financial engineering. Analytical approach and close attention to detail
Experience
It is anticipated the successful candidate will have a minimum 3 years experience in a relevant role with strong technical skills and expertise in two or more of the following: VBA, Python, Matlab, JavaScript, database design. A willingness to develop IT skills as needed
Required skills
Strong team player
Well-developed communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with other teams and functions. Successful candidate will eventually be client facing
May be required to work autonomously for extended periods of time. Should be able to demonstrate strong organisation skills and entrepreneurial characteristics
Technical skills required
An interest in and sound knowledge of financial markets and industry trends evidenced through relevant past role(s)
Languages
Fluent written and spoken English is essential