Quantitative Risk Analyst - Commodities Power & Gas - Paris- Multi-Asset Class Systematic Trading

Location: Paris • Salary: €300k+

Job description:

Client

Research at this leading investment firm is key to continued success: based on rigorous and innovative research, they design and implement systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes. With lots of project ownership and a collaborative start-up environment, this is a fantastic place to work.

Role

They're looking to add a Risk Analyst (specialising in European gas/power) to their Risk & Quant Research team, which plays a crucial role within the company. You'll be tasked with researching and identifying opportunities to improve risk management and investment behaviour, ultimately helping the firm deliver superior risk-adjusted performance and protecting them from improper levels of exposure.

You'll also conduct research to develop risk tools, approaches and analytics, and present your findings to investment teams, risk managers and senior management. To be successful, you'll need to be well-versed in energy products with experience in European power & gas products.

Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in a quantitative research, trading or risk management capacity
• Experience in European power and gas products is essential
• Solid product knowledge related to pricing models, risk sensitivities and best practice in a portfolio context
• Degree (master's strongly preferred) in quantitative finance, statistics, maths, engineering or computer science
• Demonstrated proficiency in SQL and quantitative programming (Python, MATLAB, R); experienced in dealing with large data sets

Desirable:

• Experience in quantitative investment research

Benefits:

• Market-leading base + bonuses + generous benefits
• Meritocratic environment working with some of the smartest minds in industry
• Excellent professional and personal development
• Plenty of opportunity to give back through volunteering & charity work

Contact
If you feel you're suitable for this role, want to hear about similar positions, or would like help hiring similar for your company, please send your CV or get in touch.

Richard Allan
richard.allan@oxfordknight.co.uk
020 3137 9574
linkedin.com/in/richardallanok/

Salary
€300k+