About Citco
JOB DESCRIPTION
Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients' needs.
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About The Team & Business Line
Fund Administration is Citco's core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry's most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.
The OTC/HTV Pricing/Valuations Team is a global team responsible for portfolio pricing and Independent Price Verification of listed, OTC and HTV products. This role provides
a
unique opportunity to work closely with a wide range of asset classes traded by hedge funds
. If you are looking for a new challenging and exciting role in a growing industry this may be for you.
Role
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Run pricing models to independently value derivatives held by our hedge fund clients.
* Analyze and compare derivative position's 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, 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 other Citco departments such as Reconciliations, Client Integration, Market Data, Application Support, 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 any new clients or migration of existing clients from other offices.
* Take a lead role in projects/systems implementations and work flows.
* Review fund Valuation Policies.
* 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.
* Research markets, conventions and reporting standards.
Qualifications
About You:
* Degree Qualified (2.1 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 yrs experience in a similar role
* Must have worked 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 a plus
* Should have a keen interest in financial instruments, markets, derivatives valuation, financial engineering, risk management.
* Strong in excel, must be 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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