LHH · 5 hours ago
Quantitative Analyst
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst for our client in Jersey City, NJ. The ideal candidate will lead data governance for historical market data supporting VaR and SVaR calculations and collaborate with risk managers and technology teams to enhance risk management capabilities.
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Responsibilities
Lead data governance for historical market data supporting VaR and SVaR calculations
Partner with risk managers and technology teams to improve risk management processes
Support design, testing, and monitoring of market risk models and processes
Ensure completeness and accuracy of market risk models and system requirements
Communicate portfolio impact analysis and process changes to stakeholders
Provide oversight on quantitative risk implications of regulatory changes and new products
Enhance market risk models to reflect evolving business environments
Qualification
Required
7–10 years in quantitative financial analysis or related roles
Education: Master's degree (MBA/MS) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science, or a quantitative discipline
Advanced understanding of mathematical principles underlying risk models
Proficiency in SQL and Python for financial time series analysis
Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
Market data infrastructure, data flows, and risk systems
Key risk drivers at product, business, and firm-wide levels
Ability to provide pragmatic solutions and innovative thinking
Strong communication skills for liaising with risk managers and stakeholders
Preferred
Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) may be advantageous if supporting Mexico transactions
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
EAP program
Commuter benefits
401K plan
Company
LHH
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