Quantitative Trading & Research – Equity Derivatives Exotics – Vice President or Executive Director

Are you ready to shape the future of Exotics trading Join our Quantitative Trading & Research team and make a meaningful impact on the Equity Derivatives business. You will have the opportunity to design and implement cutting-edge pricing and risk models working alongside talented professionals in a collaborative global environment. We value diverse perspectives and offer unique growth opportunities. Your expertise will directly influence trading strategies and client outcomes.

Job Summary:
As a Vice President or an Executive Director in Quantitative Trading & Research you will join a dynamic team supporting the Equity Derivatives business. You will deliver innovative modelling solutions blending quantitative finance with machine learning to develop best-in-class models for the trading desk. You will work closely with colleagues across Trading Structuring and Sales helping to drive product innovation and optimise portfolio outcomes. We foster an inclusive culture accommodating religious practices health needs and family considerations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Trading Structuring and Sales to support product innovation and analyse complex payoffs
• Implement advanced pricing and risk models for exotic equity derivatives
• Generate innovative modelling approaches and develop pricing prototypes to validate new ideas
• Participate in the continuous improvement of core models
• Provide valuation and risk management expertise across products and regions
• Develop systematic quantitative solutions for portfolio management
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to senior stakeholders
• Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing

Required Qualifications Capabilities and Skills:

• Strong educational background and relevant quantitative finance experience
• Deep understanding of option theory equity derivatives products and models
• Strong foundation in stochastic calculus probability and numerical methods
• Proficiency in Python and C including experience with numerical and scientific libraries
• Experience in a derivatives quant role
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications Capabilities and Skills:

• Experience in a front-office equity derivatives quant role