Job: Quantitative Business Analyst 

Published: December 3, 2024
Category: Job

Amidel is a high-performance Business Consulting and Technology Company that provides sophisticated solutions to large and small enterprises in both the private and public sectors. 

A unique opportunity has emerged for high-calibre mid-to-senior level Quantitative Analysts (“Quants”) that are seeking to move to a more strategic role that involves shaping how trading systems should work from a quantitative perspective. 

The ideal candidate will have hands-on exposure to trading systems such as Front Arena, as well as experience with market data platforms such as Bloomberg and Reuters. This individual will play a pivotal role in analyzing, designing, and implementing quantitative solutions by understanding complex data flows and system architectures and coordinating the process with senior management. 


Job Family: Quantitative/Finance/Investment Banking

Minimum Experience:
5 Years experience in a Quantitative Analyst role in investment banking. 

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Mathematics,

Engineering, or Computer Science. 

Contract Type:
Permanent

Closing Date for Applications:
11 December 2024


Duties and Responsibilities

 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

  • Business Analysis & Requirements Gathering 
    • Collaborate with traders, risk managers, and other stakeholders to understand business needs and processes. 
    • Analyze current trading workflows, market data feeds, and system configurations. 
    • Translate business requirements into clear, actionable system specifications. 
  • System Design & Implementation 
    • Design quantitative solutions and workflows that align with business objectives. 
    • Develop requirements for integrating trading systems (e.g., Front Arena, Murex) with market data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters). 
    • Ensure end-to-end consistency in system data flows and business logic. 
  • Market Data Management 
    • Analyze and validate market data inputs for trading and risk management systems. 
    • Optimize data consumption from platforms like Bloomberg and Reuters. 
    • Develop strategies to manage market data quality, reliability, and performance. 
  • Testing and Validation 
    • Work closely with development teams to test system configurations and ensure adherence to requirements. 
    • Validate system performance under different scenarios, including live market conditions. 
    • Identify and resolve issues in system functionality and data consistency. 
  • Documentation and Communication 
    • Prepare detailed documentation of data flows, system requirements, and functional designs. 
    • Provide clear communication to stakeholders on project progress and system changes. 
    • Act as a liaison between business units and technical teams to ensure alignment on deliverables. 

Competencies and Qualifications

Essential Skills 

  • Trading Systems 
    • Proficiency with systems like Front Arena, including configuration and integration. 
  • Market Data Platforms 
    • Strong familiarity with Bloomberg Terminal, Bloomberg API, and Reuters (Refinitiv). 
  • Quantitative Understanding 
    • Ability to interpret and manipulate financial data, including pricing, risk metrics, and valuation models. 
    • Experience in building quantitative models in an investment banking environment .
  • Business Analysis 
    • Proven ability to gather and document complex system requirements. 
  • System Design 
    • Experience in designing data flows and integrating multiple systems. 
  • Technical Skills 
    • Proficiency in programming/scripting languages such as Python, VBA, or SQL. 
    • Familiarity with APIs and data exchange formats (e.g., XML, JSON). 
    • Knowledge of database management systems for querying and analyzing data. 
    • Exposure to tools for workflow optimization and automation. 

Soft Skill

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. 

Experience 

  • A minimum of 5–8 years of experience in a quantitative, trading systems, or business analysis role. 
  • Prior experience working with trading desks, risk management teams, or IT system integrators. 
  • Exposure to capital markets, derivatives, and structured products is advantageous. 

Education 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, or Computer Science. 
  • Professional certifications like CFA, FRM, or equivalent are a plus. 

Why Join Us? 

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge trading and market data integration projects. 
  • Collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Be at the forefront of quantitative business analysis, driving innovation in trading and risk systems. 

If you meet the requirements of the role, you may apply on the following link: Amidel Careers Portal.