Responsibilities
Role: Run pricing models to independently value derivatives held by hedge fund clients. Analyze and compare derivative position valuations, inputs and models. Research OTC pricing exceptions and variances. Work with clients and act as an escalation point for other team members to resolve price challenges and answer valuation questions. Understand current financial models in use and provide one-off modeling needs. Negotiate and monitor compliance of SLAs with clients and/or other Citco offices. Liaise and collaborate with various Citco departments such as Reconciliations, Client Integration, Market Data, Application Support, and other local/global senior management. Represent Citco competently to external parties such as existing and potential hedge fund clients, their board of directors, valuation committees and their existing and potential investors. Review completed work, arrange training, provide guidance/support, and prepare/conduct effective performance appraisals for employees. Support the conversion of new clients or migration of existing clients from other offices. Take a lead role in projects, systems implementations and workflows. Review fund valuation policies. Understand the basics of industry/accounting guidance (FAS 157) and assist with incorporation into pricing processes. Review of client Level 3 asset valuations and methodologies. Research markets, conventions and reporting standards.
Qualifications
About You:
* Degree qualified (and above) in Engineering/Math/Physics/Finance/Economics from a top university
* CFA, MBA, master’s in finance or similar designations a plus
* Quantitative skills including basic calculus, statistics and financial math
* Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a similar role
* Experience in one of these fields: derivative valuation, risk management, quantitative research, financial engineering, OTC trading
* Experience interacting with senior management and groups up to and including Board level
* Prior experience of managing a team is a plus
* Keen interest in financial instruments, markets, derivatives valuation, financial engineering, risk management
* Strong in Excel; tech savvy - Excel VBA; SQL programming experience beneficial
* Understanding fundamentals of risk analysis
Our Benefits
Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.
We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect. Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.
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