Commodities Quantitative Strategist - Analyst/Associate

Commodities Quantitative Strategist - Analyst / Associate
London
3252415
The Fixed Income Division is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products and Distribution. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manages risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities Division is a market leader across a broad range of commodities markets, with expertise in areas including client risk management, financing solutions and investor products Sales & Trading.
From the largest global institutions to innovative new hedge funds, investors come to Morgan Stanley for sales, trading, and market-making services in almost every type of financial instruments including stocks, bonds, derivatives, foreign exchange, and commodities. Our professionals provide liquidity and content to clients around the world, actively assessing and managing risk, trading securities, and planning and executing transactions in the fast-changing markets. As the needs of our clients become increasingly complex, we often develop customized solutions.
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Role Overview
The commodities business is looking for a Quantitative Strategist located in London, to support the European Power and Gas Trading Desk.
The candidate will be part of the commodities strategist team and will work on supporting the daily running and expansion of the EUPG Trading Desk. This is a broad role and will involve tasks related to: assisting with the expansion of products on offer, assisting with the execution of specific client-driven trade requests, business analysis/translating of requirements for systems enhancements, writing and maintenance of valuation models and the writing and maintenance of pricing/analysis tools for use by the desk.
What will you be doing?
• Maintain and improve quantitative models.
• Setup and testing of new products for trading.
• Perform data analysis for trading desk.
• Work with controllers and the model r isk group s on model documentation and approval.
• Work with traders and originators on deal pricing and risk management.
What we're looking for:
• Some prior experience in financial services, commensurate to Analyst or Associate level.
• Degree in a quantitative subject.
• Coding experience, preferably in C++/Python.
• Good analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Flexible work statement:
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Equal opportunities statement:
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.