Quantitative Analyst

2 weeks ago


Cape Town, South Africa Blak International Full time

Utilising existing and developing new economic, asset valuation, risk management and portfolio optimisation models.

Run various in-house index replication and quant-beta strategies. Handling ad-hoc research projects.

Advanced knowledge of mathematics and statistics.

Excellent computer operation and programming skills.

Knowledge of financial markets

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

**QUALIFICATION and EXPERIENCE**

Relevant degree in maths/stats/computer science or related field. Completed or studying towards relevant post-grad qualification.

Minimum 3 years in a comparable financial services environment or quant research experience.

**COMPUTER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS**

Microsoft Office with Advanced Excel and VBA

Excellent computer programming skills (R, Python, Matlab, or other)

**Index replication and smart beta strategies**
- Take ownership of all in-house run index replication strategies (SA equities, SA and global property, US treasuries). This includes rebalancing, cash management and reporting.
- Become main analyst on SA multi-factor equity strategy. Maintain and expand the model, cash management and reporting.
- Expand quant-beta offering.

**Quant modelling**
- Work with various CAM members to maintain and expand economic and investment models.
- Work with qualified actuary to maintain and expand asset valuation and expected return models (short and long term in nature) that informs the team’s wider tactical asset allocation decisions.
- Work with qualified actuary to maintain the strategic asset allocations that underpin the investment solutions offered to clients.
- Work with qualified actuary to maintain and expand on risk management and portfolio optimisation models.
- Develop new models to value alternative assets like commodities and crypto.

**Research projects**
- Work with CIO and other CAM members on research projects

**Reporting**
- Assist PMs with monthly and quarterly investment reporting

**General**
- Input in general investment discussions

**Salary**: R500,000.00 - R1,000,000.00 per month

**Education**:

- Bachelors (required)

**Experience**:

- Financial Services Industry: 3 years (required)



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