Senior Financial Markets Specialist

SUMMARY:
To conduct high-quality research and analysis of domestic and international financial markets, develop quantitative analytical frameworks and market indicators to support monetary policy and financial stability objectives, and inform the Executives of the company on financial market developments. The role is responsible for preparing and delivering presentations to the committees, particularly the Monetary Policy Committee and Financial Stability Committee

POSITION INFO:
JOB DESCRIPTION Stay abreast of financial markets developments and provide accurate market information, commentary and recommendations on a regular basis. Conduct high-quality qualitative and quantitative research, analyses and interpretation of domestic and international financial markets in support of the formulation and implementation of monetary policy and for financial stability purposes. Develop, maintain and communicate key Monetary Policy Committee market indicators and ensure their ongoing relevance and methodological soundness. Develop and maintain quantitative analytical frameworks for the measurement and analysis of risk premia, including yield curve dynamics, and provide insights and recommendations to support monetary policy and financial stability. Ensure that methodologies applied in area of specialisation comply with local and international standards and reflect best practices internationally and recommend improvements in methodologies where necessary. Write and contribute to keynote speeches for the Executives. Prepare and deliver high-quality presentations to senior forums (e.g. Monetary Policy Committee, Financial Stability Committee). Produce market reports and feedback to provide management information\/market intelligence. Represent the Financial Markets Department on internal and external committees and make presentations at meetings. Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders such as, but not limited to, the banking and asset management sectors for purposes of gathering market intelligence. Ensure the transfer of knowledge and skills to junior specialists, which includes providing technical support and monitoring the application thereof. Perform ad hoc tasks as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS A minimum of an Honours degree\/post graduate qualification in Economics\/Finance OR equivalent A minimum of eight to ten years' experience in a specialist role in market analysis; Knowledge of domestic and international financial markets