Quantitative Analyst

 
Do you love analysing data quantitatively? Well then this Quantitative Analyst job is for you! Assist businesses in making financial decisions as well as managing a businesses risks. Any company needs and depends on these types of analysts, see below why you should apply.

What is a Quantitative Analyst?

A quantitative analyst is an expert who uses quantitative techniques to assist businesses to make financial decisions. Investment managers, banks, asset managers and equity firms utilise quantitative analysts to help identify successful investments and manage risks in their businesses.

 

View Quantitative Analyst Jobs                       Recruit a Quantitative Analyst

 

Quantitative Analyst Job Description

Quantitative Analyst Job Overview

A Quantitative analyst performs a variety of tasks, they help identify successful investments, manage risks as well as develop pricing reports for businesses. The back end quantitative analysts develop software to evaluate financial data.

Responsibilities of a Quantitative Analyst

  • Uses mathematical and statistical techniques to solve financial issues
  • Creates financial models and strategies
  • Aids in the development and testing of new analytical software
  • Establishes data gathering methods.
  • Correlates with financial analysts
  • Assess and measures a business’s performance

Quantitative Analyst Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in the finance field and Postgraduate degree
  • At least 3 years of experience in the industry
  • Skilled programming in Python and SQL is needed
  • Strong capabilities in mathematics and statistics.
  • Skills in data mining and data analysis.
  • Substantial financial knowledge.
  • Programming skills.

Search jobs similar to this role and find your dream job! Happy hunting.

 

Quantitative Analyst Jobs currently open:

Quantitative Analyst: Impairments
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Annually
Here is the chance to lead an impairments team and add insight into the credit risk space.
9 days ago


Senior Quantitative Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 900000 Annually
Senior quantitative analyst Wanted! Are you a data-driven thinker with a knack for numbers? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your quantitative skills? This is the perfect role for you!
14 days ago


Senior Quantitative Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Job Description:To provide business analysis, report extraction, and automation engineering support for the Credit Risk Regulatory Reporting Stabilisation Project (CRS Project), which includes enhancements across input data, RWA calculations, automated controls, and business processesTo support the implementation of the ‘IFRS 9 Supplementary Information Schedule (IFRS 9 Schedule)’ that...
24 days ago


Quantitative Support Analyst
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Annually
Are you a talented individual with a passion for quantitative Analysis? My client in Financial Services is seeking a dynamic analyst to join their innovative team. As a key player, you'll have the opportunity to provide technical support across the business and collaborate on exciting projects while enjoying a supportive work culture. If you're ready to make an impact and grow professionally, appl...
28 days ago


Junior Commodities Trader / Market Analyst
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R35 000 - R50 000 per month
Our client is currently seeking a motivated and ambitious Junior Commodities Trader or Market analyst to join their team.
1 day ago


JUNIOR ANALYST / TRADER
Location: Capetown
Salary: R15 000 - R25 000
JUNIOR analyst / TRADER
6 days ago


Senior Data Analyst – Cape Town – up to R850k per annum
Location: Capetown
Salary: 850000
Senior Data analyst – Cape Town – up to R850k per annum
14 days ago


Data Analyst – R450 - EE - Cape Town
Location: Capetown
Salary: R450 000
Looking to advance and challenge yourself, then hit the apply button.
14 days ago


Actuarial Analyst
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Negotiable
The purpose of the job is to analyse data and derive insights utilising statistical and actuarial models to inform product development, benefits design and pricing within the company
16 days ago


Senior Investment Analyst
Location: Midrand
Salary: 900000 Annually
Discover an exceptional financial services company that is dedicated to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. Shape the Future of Asset Management as a Senior Investment analyst.
18 days ago