Quantitative Business Analyst

3 days ago

Johannesburg Gauteng South Africa Amidel Full time R1 500 000 - R2 500 000 per year

Amidel is a leading Business Consulting and Technology Company delivering advanced solutions to enterprises in both private and public sectors.

We are seeking high-caliber Quantitative Analysts ("Quants") to join our team in a strategic role that involves shaping the quantitative aspects of trading systems. This is a unique opportunity for mid-to-senior-level professionals to influence trading workflows, data integration, and system architecture.

Role Overview
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with trading systems like Front Arena and market data platforms such as Bloomberg and Reuters. You will analyze, design, and implement quantitative solutions, focusing on complex data flows and collaborating closely with senior management.

Key Details

  • Job Family: Quantitative/Finance/Investment Banking
  • Minimum Experience: 5+ years in a Quantitative Analyst role within investment banking.
  • Education Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Remuneration: Market-related

Responsibilities

Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering

  • Collaborate with traders, risk managers, and stakeholders to identify business needs.
  • Analyze current trading workflows, market data feeds, and system setups.
  • Convert business requirements into actionable system specifications.

System Design & Implementation

  • Develop and design quantitative solutions and workflows.
  • Define integration requirements for trading systems (e.g., Front Arena, Murex) and market data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters).
  • Ensure consistency in data flows and business logic.

Market Data Management

  • Validate and optimize market data for trading and risk systems.
  • Strategize for data quality, reliability, and performance.

Testing & Validation

  • Collaborate with developers to test and validate system configurations.
  • Assess system performance under live market scenarios and resolve issues.

Documentation & Communication

  • Create detailed documentation of data flows, requirements, and functional designs.
  • Communicate project progress and system changes to stakeholders.

Qualifications & Competencies

Essential Skills

  • Trading Systems: Proficiency in systems like Front Arena and their integration.
  • Market Data Platforms: Expertise with Bloomberg Terminal, Bloomberg API, and Reuters (Refinitiv).
  • Quantitative Analysis: Strong understanding of financial data, pricing, risk metrics, and valuation models.
  • Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python, VBA, SQL, and familiarity with APIs, XML, JSON.
  • System Design: Experience in integrating and designing data flows for trading systems.
  • Business Analysis: Proven ability to document complex system requirements.

Soft Skills

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to thrive in collaborative, cross-functional environments.

Experience

  • 5–8 years in quantitative analysis, trading systems, or business analysis roles.
  • Exposure to capital markets, derivatives, and structured products is advantageous.

Education

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Professional certifications like CFA or FRM are a plus

Why Join Us?

  • Work on cutting-edge trading and market data projects.
  • Collaborate with a dynamic, professional team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Shape innovation in trading and risk systems through quantitative analysis.

If you meet these requirements, please apply.

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