Quantitative Risk Senior Consultant

1 week ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time
About Network Recruitment

We are a leading recruitment agency specializing in the finance sector, providing top talent to businesses across the globe.

Job Title: Quantitative Risk Senior ConsultantJob Description:

We are seeking an experienced Quantitative Risk Senior Consultant to join our team at Network Recruitment. As a key member of our financial services practice, you will play a vital role in helping our clients navigate complex financial markets and manage risk effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mathematical finance, actuarial science, or a related quantitative field. They will also possess excellent analytical skills, with a detail-oriented approach and a solid understanding of market risk and counterparty credit risk.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support the design and implementation of treasury, trading, and risk systems for our clients.
  • Assist with developing risk measurement techniques and performance assessments that drive business decisions.
  • Contribute to the development of risk management frameworks and operating models for financial services organizations.
  • Collaborate with trading and risk systems such as Front Arena, Calypso, Adaptiv, Quantum, and others to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • A relevant degree (BSc/MSc) in Mathematical Finance, Actuarial Science, IT, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
  • At least 1-4 years of experience in a financial services firm (e.g., banking, insurance), consulting, or technology.
  • Strong analytical skills with a detail-oriented approach.
  • Knowledge of financial markets, data analysis, and derivatives valuation.
  • Solid understanding of market risk and counterparty credit risk.
  • Experience with programming languages such as VBA, C#, SQL, etc.
  • Exposure to trading and risk management systems is desirable.
  • Strong understanding of quantitative methods and their application in the financial services industry.
Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package, including an estimated $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications. Our benefits also include opportunities for career growth, professional development, and a dynamic work environment.



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