Senior Quantitative Analyst

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CFA020307/AA

Date posted:

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Join a Leading Financial Institution as a Senior Quantitative Analyst – Wholesale Credit Team

POSITION INFO:
Are you an experienced quantitative analyst with a passion for tackling complex financial challenges? We are looking for a Senior Quantitative Analyst to join a dynamic and innovative wholesale credit team at a top-tier financial institution.
As part of this team, you will leverage your expertise in quantitative modeling and data analysis to support credit risk assessment, pricing strategies, and portfolio management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, apply advanced statistical methods, and contribute to cutting-edge risk management solutions that drive business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and enhance credit risk models and methodologies
Perform complex data analysis and statistical modeling
Provide insights to inform risk strategies and credit decisions
Collaborate with senior leadership to improve risk management frameworks
Manage large datasets and utilize programming languages to streamline processes
Contribute to stress testing, scenario analysis, and model validation

Qualifications & Skills:

Master’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or related field
Proven experience in quantitative analysis within credit risk or finance
Proficiency in statistical software and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB)
Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
Deep understanding of financial markets, credit risk, and regulatory requirements
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team-oriented environment

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Adon Abrahams
Senior Specialist Consultant: Actuarial & Analytics

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