Vice President - Front Office Quantitative Analytics

Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Front Office Quantitative Analyst focused on Commodities, you will work closely with the Sales and Trading teams. You will take ownership of quantitative initiatives that support trading and business development.

Requirements

• Master or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience
• Expert knowledge of mathematical finance and derivatives pricing.
• Advanced programming skills with experience in C++ and Python.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a desk-facing role
• Knowledge of Commodities futures markets and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the trading desk to provide general day-to-day quantitative support to the trading desk.
• Gather and communicate new business requirements from sales and trading desks.
• Manage the delivery of solutions by leveraging in-house quantitative libraries and associated technology systems.
• Maintain, improve and develop risk management tools and operational framework.
• Develop and implement Commodity derivative pricing models to support trading and risk management activities.
• Work closely with trading, sales, risk and other functional teams on special projects related to product development, model usage and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services
• Flexible working options fully supported.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager