Quantitative Analyst

Macquarie Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave day

Parental leave up to 20 weeks

Volunteer leave and donation matching

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Macquarie Group is seeking a Quantitative Analyst within the Commodities and Global Markets team in Sydney. You will apply specialist mathematical, scientific, and engineering methods to derivative valuation, risk, automated trading, and data-driven decision-making.

Role involves building and validating models, partnering with traders and technology teams to drive revenue and ensure robust risk controls. A PhD in a quantitative discipline and proficiency in C++ or Python are highly valued.

Qualifications

• PhD in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Engineering)
• Self-motivated with intellectual curiosity
• Demonstrable interest in Finance

Responsibilities

• Formulate business ideas mathematically and deliver practical solutions.
• Research and implement financial models for product valuation, risk analysis and trading, interfacing with traders, tech and compliance teams.

Skills

PhD in quantitative field

Self-motivated

Interest in Finance

Education

PhD in Mathematics/Physics/Engineering

Tools

C++

Python

Job description

Join our Quantitative Strategy team in Commodities and Global Markets and apply specialist methods from mathematics, science, and engineering as part of a global front office team aligned to revenue generation. We work on data, models, and algorithms with application to derivative valuation and risk, automated trading, and data-driven decision-making.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As a Quantitative Analyst, you will help formulate business ideas mathematically and deliver practical solutions. You will research and implement financial models for product valuation, risk analysis and trading, whilst building strong relationships across the business by providing quantitative expertise to traders, as well as our technology and compliance teams.

What You Offer

• PhD level qualifications in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, etc.
• Self-motivated with a sense of intellectual curiosity
• C++ or Python programming experience is advantageous
• Demonstrable interest in Finance

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

Benefits

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks' paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months' gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks' paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Commodities and Global Markets

Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.