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In this section, you'll find all of our quantitative analytics jobs within the financial services sector.
In financial markets worldwide, the most successful trading strategies are developed by highly educated, mathematically skilled financial engineers nicknamed "quants." Quants write financial theories, computer models, valuation techniques and trading programs used by hedge funds and investment banks.
Quants employed in the financial sector usually have higher degrees and Ph.D.s in demanding subjects such as physics, economics or computer science, or any of several particular mathematical specialties like multivariate calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability theory and statistical inference.
For success in a quant job, you'll need to be familiar with common programming languages such as C++. You should also read and understand the work of economists Myron Scholes, Fischer Black and Robert C. Merton. Scholes and Black are synonymous with options pricing theory, having developed the famous Black-Scholes equation. The model they developed provided the fundamental conceptual framework for valuing options, and is now the de facto standard in international financial markets for valuing those instruments, alongside many different types of bonds and derivatives that contain embedded options.
Beyond qualifications, many employers expect candidates for quant jobs to pass a rigorous vetting process which includes verification of references and, in a more competitive role, published research.
A quant career might have a focus on designing and trading complex structured products such as derivatives. Hedge funds also hire a large number of quants.
To handle the bulk of daily trading volume, the use of computer-driven models or algorithms to both identify and rapidly execute profitable arbitrage opportunities has expanded in the past few years. In order to continue executing trades for funds that rely on those models, broker-dealers hire quants to refine the platforms and programs that communicate orders.
Risk-focused quants also work for specialized software vendors that handle the creation and production of risk management products.
Quantitative analytics is one sector of finance where a prospective employee with a Ph.D. isn't considered overqualified, although a master's degree in one of the subjects above is sometimes enough. Unlike with MBA candidates, the quality of your university isn't always a hiring consideration. When applying for a junior quant job, it's more important to show that you have the expertise needed to succeed in the job, demonstrated through a higher degree in mathematics, economics, physics, computer science or similar subjects, the ability to program complicated financial models and excellent communication skills. Many quants also aim to pass the Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF), designed by Dr. Paul Wilmott, as another demonstration of skill.
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| Regional Manager, Insights | AXA China Region Insurance Co Ltd Attractive remuneration | Hong Kong SAR | 17 May 12 |
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The key objectives will be to enhance marketing capability on market analytics and consumers insights within a...
| Vice President / Assistant Vice President, Model Validation, Risk Management Group | DBS Bank Competitive | Singapore | 17 May 12 |
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Risk Management Group is the central resource for quantifying and managing the portfolio of risks taken by the...
| Counterparty Credit Risk Engine - Business Analyst | Marks Sattin $145k - $200k package | Australia-Sydney | 17 May 12 |
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A premier Financial Markets house are looking for an analyst to join the project team responsible for the Coun...
| Analyst/Snr Analyst | Junior Market Risk Manager | South East Asia - Singapore | Not Disclosed Market Rate | Singapore | 17 May 12 |
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Leading European Bank is seeking a Junior Market Risk Manager to be responsible for market risk management and...
| Market Risk Manager | VP | South East Asia - Singapore | Selby Jennings Singapore (Licence No. 11S3033) Negotiable | Singapore | 17 May 12 |
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Leading European Bank seeks Quantitative market Risk Manager to analyse risk exposure on IR, Equity and FX der...
| VP | Quantitative Analyst | Model Validation - South East Asia - Singapore | Selby Jennings Singapore (Licence No. 11S3033) $150-190k SGD + Bonus and Benefits | Singapore | 17 May 12 |
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A global investment bank is searching a Model Validation Quant to develop front office derivative pricing mode...
| Equity Derivatives Structurer( 1-3 Years)- Hong Kong/ £ Competitive | eka Finance £Competitive | China-Beijing | 16 May 12 |
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Leading Investment Bank are looking to hire an Equity Derivatives Structurer to be based in their Hong Kong Of...
| High Frequency Junior Quant Analyst- Investment Bank- Hong Kong- £ Negotiable | eka Finance £Competitive | China-Other Cities | 16 May 12 |
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Our client, a quantitative / statistical arbitrage trading group with a global presence would like to appoint ...
| Finance HK, Asia Corporate Treasury, Associate / Manager | Morgan Stanley not disclosed | Hong Kong SAR | 16 May 12 |
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| Junior Hedge Fund FX Quantitative Researcher – Hong Kong and Singapore | GQR Global Markets $120'000 - 140,000 base + 100% bonus tar... | Hong Kong SAR | 16 May 12 |
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A Leading Global Fund seeks two highly academic PhD or Masters graduates to work on an Interest Rate / FX Trad...
| Quantitative Developer | UBS AG Competitive | China-Shanghai | 16 May 12 |
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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join UBS as a Quantitative Developer.
| Business Unit Controller for Exotic Products (Analyst-AVP) | Hays Accountancy & Finance Analyst $60-80k SGD, AVP $90-125k SGD | Singapore | 16 May 12 |
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Extremely desirable Analyst (2) and AVP (1) product control roles with a leading investment bank, offering sup...
| Financial Analyst - Controller | Citibank Competitive | Singapore | 16 May 12 |
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The Citi Controller is responsible for the integrity and control of Citi's financial books and records as well...
| Market Risk Engineering Analyst, Rates (Contract) | Excalibur Associates (Licence no. 02S4748) Competitive | Singapore | 16 May 12 |
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An international bank with global presence is urgently looking for Market Risk Engineering Analyst. It is a 6...
| Risk Services - Data Analytics - Analyst (Adelaide) | Deloitte Attractive salary package | Australia-Adelaide | 16 May 12 |
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"I could only have done it at Deloitte". When we hear our people say this, it means we're inspiring them to ac...
| Forensics - Deloitte Analytics - Senior Analyst (Sydney) | Deloitte Attractive salary package | Australia-Sydney | 16 May 12 |
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"I could only have done it at Deloitte". When we hear our people say this, it means we're inspiring them to ac...
| Risk Manager | IFS Capital Limited Competitive | Singapore | 16 May 12 |
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IFS Capital Limited is an established financial services group listed on the Mainboard of Singapore Exchange w...
| Market Risk Analyst | Cargill not disclosed | Singapore | 16 May 12 |
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| Finance HK, Asia Corporate Treasury, Capital & Risk Management, Senior Manager | Morgan Stanley not disclosed | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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| Assistant Manager-Basel 2 Analytics | Michael Page India Attractive Compensation | India-Delhi | 15 May 12 |
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Our client is global financial powerhouse with a dynamic and progressive business and a strong reputation of b...
| Associate - C++ Developer | Morgan McKinley HK$55000 - HK$75000 per month | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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As the senior software developer, you will be working in a large in house team in Hong Kong dedicated to the F...
| MSCI - Portfolio Management Analytics Sales (Sydney) | MSCI Inc. Negotiable | Australia-Sydney | 15 May 12 |
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MSCI is looking for talents join the Equity Portfolio Management Analytics sales team in Sydney, Australia.
| Quantitative Analyst – Derivatives Pricing (top Chinese Investment Bank) | Michael Page International - China Salary will be commensurate with experie... | China-Beijing | 15 May 12 |
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Our client is a top Chinese Investment Bank, leading the market in areas of Corporate Finance, Sales & Trading...
| Senior / Investment Analyst (Oil & Gas) | Pacific Eagle Asset Management Attractive remuneration package | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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You will be responsible for conducting investment research / analysis, focusing on the oil & gas sector, to su...
| Propensity Modeller / SAS / SQL | Morgan McKinley AU$95000 - AU$105000 per annum + Super+b... | Australia-Sydney | 15 May 12 |
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Large ASX listed business / Great location / Good career prospects / Lots of business interaction / Experience...
| Quantitative Analyst / Associate | Grainger West US$100000 - US$500000 per annum | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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One of the world's leading and richest private equity funds based in the Middle East are looking for a Quantit...
| Head, Market Risk, Asset Management | Profile Search & Selection Attractive Benefits Package | Hong Kong SAR | 15 May 12 |
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Our client is a Global Asset Management firm with significant coverage across the Asia Pacific market. An exci...
| Manager Quantitative Analytics | ANZ not disclosed | Australia-Melbourne | 15 May 12 |
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The key purpose of this role is to provide quantitative analysis supporting the pricing of financial instrumen...
| Specialist, B2B Sales Training APAC - Global Business Services | Profile Search & Selection Attractive incentive / target bonus | Singapore | 15 May 12 |
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Excellent regional platform that suits the career development goals of either an experienced sales trainer or ...
| Assistant Vice President, Business Analytics(Channels), Consumer Banking Group | DBS Bank Competitive | Singapore | 15 May 12 |
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We provide sound wealth management and financial advisory services within the Consumer Banking Group, help our...
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