A Structured Products Business Analyst in financial markets supports the development analysis and management of financial products like derivatives and other complex instruments. Responsibilities include market research risk assessment performance analysis and ensuring regulatory compliance. This role also involves collaborating with various teams providing insights for decision-making and potentially pricing and executing transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Development and Analysis:
- Evaluating and analyzing structured financial products including derivatives collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) and mortgage-backed securities (MBS).
- Market Research and Risk Assessment:
- Conducting thorough market research analyzing economic indicators and assessing risks associated with structured products.
- Performance Analytics:
- Evaluating the performance of existing products and strategies identifying areas for improvement and optimizing product structures.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensuring that structured products are designed and managed in accordance with relevant regulations and legal frameworks.
- Client Interaction:
- Collaborating with sales teams and clients to understand their investment needs provide product information and address queries.
- Financial Modeling:
- Developing and utilizing financial models to price products analyze risk and support investment decisions.
- Post-Trade Activities:
- Managing trade bookings confirming transactions and handling post-trade processes like margin calls.
- Digitalization and Process Improvement:
- Contributing to the development of new tools and processes to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Mathematics or a related field is typically required. An advanced degree (MBA CFA or Masters) is often preferred.
- Experience:
- Several years of experience in structured finance investment banking or a related field is usually necessary.
- Technical Skills:
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills proficiency in financial modeling and a deep understanding of structured products and financial markets are essential.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication collaboration and problem-solving skills are crucial for interacting with various teams and clients.
- Knowledge:
- Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies regulatory frameworks and market dynamics is expected.