Overview
The role supports the OTC/HTV Pricing Team, a global group responsible for portfolio pricing and Independent Price Verification of listed, OTC and HTV products. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with a wide range of asset classes traded by hedge funds.
About Citco
Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the most respected industries. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver seamless client experience.
About The Team & Business Line
We are building a team focused on pricing and valuation in a growing industry, with emphasis on learning and technology to support high-quality client delivery.
Responsibilities
* Analyse and compare listed and OTC position valuations. Work with clients on resolving price challenges, answering valuation questions
* Run OTC pricing models to independently value derivatives held by our hedge fund clients
* Involvement in testing new internally developed pricing models and system enhancements
* Ability to understand current financial models in use
* Improve pricing processes and infrastructure
* Liaise with other internal functional teams to resolve valuation issues
* Assist other teams with OTC instrument queries
* Understand the basics of industry/accounting guidance (e.g. FAS157) and assist with incorporation into pricing processes
* Review of client Level 3 asset valuations and methodologies
* Researching markets, conventions and reporting standards
* Other duties as assigned
* Service levels
* Clients’ portfolios priced and assessed on a timely basis
* Develop and evolve pricing capabilities within the team
Qualifications
About You
* Degree Qualified (2.1 and above) in Engineering/Math/Physics/Finance/Economics
* CFA, MBA, Master in Finance (or part thereof) or similar designations a plus
* Ideally 1-2 yrs experience in a related role (e.g. Derivative valuation, Risk Management, P&L reporting, financial engineering, OTC Trading) but not essential
* Should have a keen interest in learning about financial instruments, markets, derivatives valuation, financial engineering, risk management.
* Strong in excel, with an interest in learning Excel VBA, SQL
* Programming experience beneficial
Key Competencies
* Business, Technical & Commercial Awareness
* Quality & Risk Control
* Problem Solving
* Client Service
* Communication
* Teamwork
* Coaching
* Drive for Results
* Adaptability
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, and flexible working arrangements 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 to take part in all aspects of the selection.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Marketing and Sales
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