Quantitative Analyst- C#/Banking/Trading Models
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Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Quantitative Analyst specializing in C#, banking, and trading models. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to stress testing and risk modeling within a dynamic Trading Risk Model Development team, supporting internal and regulatory stress testing programs in a fast-paced environment.
Pay rate range (CAD): $53.99/hr – $64.79/hr
Responsibilities
- Analyze, develop, maintain, and execute market risk stress testing models and methodologies
- Research and implement new modeling techniques to project financial variables for stress testing programs
- Execute stress testing models during testing cycles and ensure compliance with model lifecycle requirements
- Document modeling approaches clearly in technical reports for transparency and review
- Collaborate with stakeholders across the bank, including model validation and risk control teams
- Investigate and resolve modeling issues, ensuring the accuracy and robustness of models
- Support the development and enhancement of risk models supporting internal and regulatory stress tests
- Maintain current models and recommend improvements to enhance effectiveness and efficiency
- Communicate technical insights and modeling methodologies effectively to stakeholders
Desired Skill-Set
- Graduate degree in quantitative finance or relevant quantitative field
- 2 to 4 years of practical experience in quantitative finance, statistical modeling, or similar roles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on risk modeling
- Proficiency in programming with C#, R, and Python
- Knowledge of financial derivatives valuation and market risk modeling across asset classes (rates, credit, equity, FX)
- Ability to develop, maintain, and execute stress testing models
- Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
Nice to Have
- Experience with C++ programming
- Knowledge of regulatory stress testing frameworks such as DFAST, EWST, MST
- Familiarity with model validation processes and governance policies
- Prior experience working within a financial institution’s risk or modeling teams
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