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Quantitative Research - Strategic Indices - Vice President

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Greater London
1 month ago
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Responsibilities

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Participate in the development of Morgan systematic trading strategies with our Structuring teams Develop, deploy, and maintain new and existing algorithmic trading strategies Expand and support the risk management platform used by traders to hedge investable indices traded with our clients Build foundational infrastructure to support new product offerings, enhance efficiency, and improve controls Provide support to Trading teams through risk analysis and investigations of production trading strategies Contribute to our automation ecosystem by delivering end-to-end automation and optimization of trading execution and other related investable index trading and risk management workflows Working closely with business partners in Asia-Pacific and New York while demonstrating proactive approach to access and learn J. P. Morgan's highly sophisticated solutions
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
You hold an advanced degree (Master's or PhD) or equivalent in a quantitative field: Mathematics,puter Science, Physics, Engineering You have experience working with quantitative investment strategies and derivatives, ideally with cross-asset exposure to Equities,modities, and/or Rates You have a strong programming background with high proficiency in Python You have highly-focused attention to details and to the quality of deliverables You understand advanced mathematics used in financial modeling including topics such as calculus, numerical analysis, optimization, and statistics You have a good understanding of the mathematics involved in the valuation of financial products and trading strategies You demonstrate exceptional analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills Your excellentmunication skills, both verbal and written, can engage partners and stakeholders onplex and technical topics, which you can explain with exceeding clarity
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
You have experience of financial markets and familiarity with general trading concepts and terminology You demonstrate knowledge of derivatives pricing theory, trading algorithms, and/or financial regulations You understand the different types of financial risk and you can discuss in detail ways of managing these risks You are interested in applying agile development practices in a front-office trading environment You have good practical knowledge of derivatives pricing and risk management of vanilla options and volatility products A mindset of robust system and solution design and implementation, including diligent testing and verification practices
About Us

Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations,ernments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at ourpany. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable amodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an amodation.

About the Team

Morgan'smercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations,ernments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. Themercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. Job ID 300

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