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In this section, you'll find all of our quantitative analytics jobs within the financial services sector.

In financial markets worldwide, the most successful trading strategies are developed by highly educated, mathematically skilled financial engineers nicknamed "quants." Quants write financial theories, computer models, valuation techniques and trading programs used by hedge funds and investment banks.

Quants employed in the financial sector usually have higher degrees and Ph.D.s in demanding subjects such as physics, economics or computer science, or any of several particular mathematical specialties like multivariate calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability theory and statistical inference.

For success in a quant job, you'll need to be familiar with common programming languages such as C++. You should also read and understand the work of economists Myron Scholes, Fischer Black and Robert C. Merton. Scholes and Black are synonymous with options pricing theory, having developed the famous Black-Scholes equation. The model they developed provided the fundamental conceptual framework for valuing options, and is now the de facto standard in international financial markets for valuing those instruments, alongside many different types of bonds and derivatives that contain embedded options.

Beyond qualifications, many employers expect candidates for quant jobs to pass a rigorous vetting process which includes verification of references and, in a more competitive role, published research.

A quant career might have a focus on designing and trading complex structured products such as derivatives. Hedge funds also hire a large number of quants.

To handle the bulk of daily trading volume, the use of computer-driven models or algorithms to both identify and rapidly execute profitable arbitrage opportunities has expanded in the past few years. In order to continue executing trades for funds that rely on those models, broker-dealers hire quants to refine the platforms and programs that communicate orders.

Risk-focused quants also work for specialized software vendors that handle the creation and production of risk management products.

Quantitative analytics is one sector of finance where a prospective employee with a Ph.D. isn't considered overqualified, although a master's degree in one of the subjects above is sometimes enough. Unlike with MBA candidates, the quality of your university isn't always a hiring consideration. When applying for a junior quant job, it's more important to show that you have the expertise needed to succeed in the job, demonstrated through a higher degree in mathematics, economics, physics, computer science or similar subjects, the ability to program complicated financial models and excellent communication skills. Many quants also aim to pass the Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF), designed by Dr. Paul Wilmott, as another demonstration of skill.

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Director - Petroleum Engineer - Houston Ashton Lane Group, Inc Competitive Base & Bonus Canada-AB-Calgary 24 May 12

Petroleum Engineer to support Reserve Base Finance within an investment bank. Position located in Houston.

Technical Writer Markit Commensurate with experience Canada-BC-Vancouver 23 May 12

Markit is seeking a Technical Writer to join the Markit Analytics group. The successful candidate will be res...

Manager/Senior Manager Transaction Services Robert Half Financial Services Group $100,000.00 to $130,000.00 Canada-ON-Toronto 22 May 12

A solid performer is required for a managerial opportunity overseeing Due Diligence for mid-level clients. The...

Senior Quantitative Analyst Michael Page Competitive Canada-ON-Toronto 15 May 12

The successful candidate will be responsible for validating valuation & risk models as a Senior Quantitative A...

Sr. Analyst, Quantitative Risk Investment Risk Canada Pension Plan Investment Board . Canada-ON-Toronto 10 May 12

The Investment Risk (IR) department is recruiting a Senior Analyst in our Quantitative Risk group to assist in...

VP, Risk Management & Portfolio Analytics Michael Page Competitive Salary + Bonus + Vacation +... Canada-QC-Montreal 10 May 12

Our client is looking for an ambitious and result-driven professional to join their Investment team. Candidate...

Quantitative Risk Developer Michael Page Competitive package Canada-ON-Toronto 04 May 12

Our client is looking for a Quantitative Risk Developer who will be responsible for the risk proxy process and...

Analyste, Construction de portefeuille Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec TBD Canada-QC-Montreal 15 May 12

Analyste, Construction de portefeuille Direction du placement (Réf. : 12-072) Poste temporaire d'une durée d...

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