Based in Central London, this leading public body is currently looking to recruit a Quantitative Analyst who will play a key role in supporting the analytical, modelling and research capabilities of the organisation's Research and Analysis team.
Client Details
This London based organisation is a respected public sector institution, located in the heart of London. As a large organisation, it has a significant role in providing support to the UK Government.
Description
The Quantitative Analyst will be responsible for:
- Contributing to the research work that the team undertakes as part of the annual remit advice for HM Treasury.
- Conducting analysis and quantitative research to help inform the operations and policy initiatives of the organisation.
- Contributing to the forecasting work that is undertaken for fiscal events on behalf of the Office for Budget Responsibility/
- Assisting in the specification and testing of enhancements to operational systems, analytical tools and models, pricing models, yield curve model and simulation tool.
- Manipulating and analysing multiple data sets for the evaluation of auctions and bond syndications.
Profile
The successful Quantitative Analyst will have a degree (1st or 2.1) in a numerical discipline (e.g. maths, physics, statistics, engineering, etc) or quantitative finance as well as either a postgraduate degree in a numerical disciple or relevant work experience in an analytical role.
You should also have experience in one programming language, ideally Python and/or Matlab, as well as strong Excel skills.
Current MSc students predicted to pass the course this academic year (2024/25) are welcomed to apply.
Job Offer
A salary range of 45,000 to 55,000 dependent on previous experience plus an excellent benefits package including the ability to join the Civil Service pension scheme.
The position is a Hybrid role and you will be expected to be in the office 60% of the time.