Senior Quantitative Analyst, Model Validation (closed)

Toronto, ON Canada
Recruiter Comment: Senior Quantitative Analyst, Model Validation needed now!!
Job Description

Company Overview:

Global leading investment group and one of the largest pension investors with a world class reputation are looking for a Senior Quantitative Analyst to join their progressive team.

 
Responsibilities:
  • Validate production valuation and risk models suitability/accuracy and suggest changes when needed.
  • Ensure model materiality change and approval is managed with respects to business needs and deadlines.
  • Responsible for the quality and timeliness of the production model review/validation results.
  • Communicate to stakeholders with direct involvement in the life cycle of the model review/validation process and advise alterations to the process where required.
  • Create project plans to review models and validate conditions.
  • Carry out created projects under the guidance of management.


Education:

  • Degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Stochastic Calculus, Theoretical Physics, Science or Actuarial Science.


Qualifications:

  • Experience in quantitative finance and/or vetting/validation (3-5 years).
  • Understanding of Complex Derivative Products.
  • Ability to review production models and write model review/validation reports.
  • Excellent communication, analytical and project management skills.


Technical Skills:

  • Knowledge of C/C++, Developer SQL, Fincad, Matlab and VB/VBA.
  • Experience with database tools such as MS Access or SQL Server.


Assets:

  • Ph.D. Degree in math or sciences.
  • CFA Chaterholder.
  • Financial Risk Manager (FRM).



An excellent opportunity to work within a world class environment.