Quantitative Analysis - Market Risk - Associate Director

MAZARS UK
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5 months ago
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Quantitative Analysis - Market Risk - Associate Director (4585)

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our Market Risk advisory practice, focused on delivering innovative quantitative solutions to clients. In this role, you will leverage your deep quantitative expertise to advise clients on risk measurement, modelling, and regulatory compliance, contributing directly to their strategic decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multidisciplinary engagements and manage client relationships, providing advanced quantitative analysis and modelling to address complex market risk challenges
  • Develop, validate, and implement quantitative risk models (including cVaR, CCR, and xVA)
  • Provide thought leadership in quantitative methodologies, regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel III/IV, FRTB), derivatives pricing techniques, and industry best practices
  • Lead project teams, mentor junior team members, and ensure high-quality delivery
  • Support business development initiatives, including identifying new opportunities and developing proposals

What are we looking for?

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in quantitative modelling, market risk management, derivatives pricing, or risk advisory within financial services
  • Experience in derivatives pricing, stochastic modelling techniques, statistical methods including AI/ML, and programming (e.g., Python, R, C++)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders

What we offer?

  • A dynamic, collaborative, inclusive work environment
  • Opportunities to work with leading global financial institutions on challenging projects
  • Continuous professional development with tailored training and mentorship

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide, with two member firms: Forvis Mazars LLP in the US and Forvis Mazars Group SC, operating in over 100 countries and territories.

We share a commitment to providing an unmatched client experience through audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Our strategic vision aims to advance our clients, people, industry, and communities, helping organizations respond to emerging sustainability issues like human rights, climate change, and environmental impacts.

We are a diverse, multicultural, multi-generational team that values connection and belonging. At Forvis Mazars, you can take ownership of your career, get involved, believe in yourself, and turn your ideas into action.

We empower our people and celebrate individuality, thrive on teamwork, and are agile. We foster bold foresight and give you the freedom to contribute personally to our shared purpose. We support one another to deliver quality, create change, and help everyone reach their full potential.

Inclusivity is core to our culture. We want to ensure everyone, whether in recruitment or beyond, is fully supported to be their authentic self. To learn more about our approach, click here.

Our goal is to make the recruitment process accessible and inclusive. Please contact us to discuss any support you may need during your application.

Visit forvismazars.com/uk to learn more.


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