Global Markets - FX Quantitative Analyst

Switzerland - Zürich, United Kingdom

Investment Banking

Investment Bank

Your role

Do you love an intellectual challenge? Are you dedicated to quality technical design and keen to solve problems?

We're looking for someone outstanding who can:

• Develop and extend models, algorithms and tools for the risk management and valuation of the trade portfolio across a wide range of FX/PM option products (incl. multi-currency)
• Quickly relate to and analyze business problems, with the aim to find and implement innovative and high-quality technical solutions
• Frequently interact with trading desks and other model users to understand their demands and to identify modelling improvements.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders in front-office, IT and control functions to successfully deliver on business and regulatory requirements

Job Reference #
340007BR

City
London, Opfikon

Job Type
Full Time

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Your team

The FX Quantitative Analytics (QA) team is the front-office group responsible for the development and maintenance of models used for the pricing, valuation and risk management of the firm's trading positions in foreign exchange (FX) and precious metal (PM) derivatives. The team works closely with multiple internal stakeholders including trading, IT and control functions, as well as with other QA groups in the firm such as the Equities, Rates & Credit and the central technology teams.

Your expertise

• academic background in a quantitative field (mathematics, physics, engineering etc.) - PhD/Masters level preferred
• Proficiency in C++ programming (Python, C# an advantage)
• Prior experience working in a front-office quant or strat role, preferably in FX
• A solid understanding of financial products and markets, preferably FX
• Good knowledge of quantitative finance, models and derivative pricing techniques.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in a fluent and articulate manner

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That-s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we-re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We-re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That-s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we-re more than ourselves.

We-re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Contact Details

UBS Business Solutions SA
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Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.