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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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| 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...
| 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...
| 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 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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| 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...
| Assistant Vice President, Business Analytics(Wealth Management), Consumer Banking Group | DBS Bank Competitive | Singapore | 15 May 12 |
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We provide sound wealth management and financial advisory services for Consumer Banking Group. We help our cus...
| Vice President, Operational Customer Relationship Management & Centralized Reporting - Business Analytics, Consumer Banking Group | DBS Bank Competitive | Singapore | 15 May 12 |
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DBS. Living, Breathing Asia.
| Quantitative Market Research (AVP to VP level) | Global Search Partners Attractive remuneration and benefits | Singapore | 15 May 12 |
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Interesting opportunity to join a dynamic team!
| ***GQR | APAC Quant Vacancies – May 2012*** | GQR Global Markets Excellent Remuneration | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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GQR is the Global Quantitative Finance search specialist. We operate globally and leverage our extensive relat...
| Senior Short Dated FX Quant (Asia) | Anson Mccade Very Competitive plus bonus! | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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A major Investment Bank is looking to grow its Asia based business and is looking to hire a senior short dated...
| Sr. Manager / Manager, Quant Model Risk | Tyche Search Attractive Base + Bonus + Relocation | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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Our client, a leading financial institution is seeking to recruit a Sr. Manager / Manager, Quantitative Model ...
| VP Quantitative Market Risk Manager | Robert Half Singapore Competitive | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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Our client is looking to hire a VP Quantitative Market Risk Manager for their Singapore team.
| VP – Balance Sheet Risk | T+O+M Excellent Salary and Benefits | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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VP – Balance Sheet Risk • International Banking Group • Balance Sheet / Risk Focus • Excellent compensati...
| VALUATION CONTROL - MODEL METHODOLOGY | ConnectedGroup Pte Ltd (Licence No. 09C4979) SG$80k - $140k plus bonus and benefits | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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Global bank is looking to hire a Valuation Control or Model Validation indivdual to join their high profile te...
| Head of Valuations Control | Aston Carter International Hong Kong Competitive | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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A newly created position to join the Global Valuations Group in this role you will lead the IPV production and...
| Associate/ Associate Director, Sovereign and International Public Finance Ratings (Singapore Based) | Standard & Poor's Competitive | Singapore | 14 May 12 |
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Our company is seeking a dynamic individual to join us as an Associate/ Associate Director, Sovereign and Inte...
| Associate Product Services Portfolio Valuation | Ambition Group Singapore (Licence No. 10C5117) Attractive Salary Package | Singapore | 11 May 12 |
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A new, exciting role for a Japanese speaker to join a company who offers exciting career progression
| AVP, Valuation Controller | Ambition Group Singapore (Licence No. 10C5117) Attractive Salary Package | Singapore | 11 May 12 |
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Outstanding opportunity in a market leading Investment Bank
| Head of Quantitative Analytics - Market Risk | Glenhill Group (Licence no. 10C4708) Negotiable on Experience | Singapore | 11 May 12 |
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Excellent Senior opportunity for an experienced Quantitative Analyst, Candidates should have a PhD in a releva...
| CREDIT PORTFOLIO ANALYTICS | Robert Walters Singapore Attractive | Singapore | 11 May 12 |
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*Credit Modelling (PD/LGD/EAD) *Credit Risk *Wholesale Banking
| Quantitative Analyst - Risk Methodology | Morgan McKinley (SG) Attractive | Singapore | 10 May 12 |
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Great opportunity to join a growing team of Market Risk Quants for a top investment bank
| VP Business Analytics | Randstad Singapore Pte Ltd (Licence No. 94C3609) Competitive Pay | Singapore | 09 May 12 |
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A leading bank is seeking an experienced professional to run their analytics team. This incumbent must have ma...
| Quantitative Model Risk-Manager/Senior Manager | Excalibur Associates (Licence no. 02S4748) Highly competitive | Singapore | 08 May 12 |
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A global bank is currently looking for a Quantitative Model Risk professional in their Singapore office. * ...
| Valuation Control | Standard Chartered Bank NA | Singapore | 30 Apr 12 |
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Standard Chartered is a leading international bank operating in some of the most dynamic markets in the world,...
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