Desk Quants - Rates, Bonds, FX

Barclay Simpson; Paris; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global investment bank in Paris is seeking Desk Quants to work closely with traders, enhancing pricing tools and providing analytics. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience and be proficient in C++ and C#. This full-time role offers direct impact on trading activities within a dynamic financial environment. Salary is negotiable for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years experience in a related field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills required.

Responsabilités

• Build and enhance pricing tools used by traders.
• Provide real-time risk and PnL analytics.
• Implement and maintain models from the Quant Research team.
• Automate workflows to improve desk efficiency.
• Support intraday needs across trading desks.
• Collaborate with Strats, IT and Model Validation teams.

Connaissances

Desk Quant / Trading Strat / Front Office Quant

C++

C#

Python

Understanding of Rates, Bonds or FX markets

Problem-solving mindset

Excellent communication

Formation

Master’s or PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering

Description du poste

A leading global investment bank is looking for two Desk Quants to join its Front Office Quant and Research team in Paris, supporting trading desks across Rates, Bonds and FX.

This role sits directly on the trading floor, working closely with traders, strats and quantitative researchers to deliver real-time tools and analytics.

• Salary negotiable for the right candidate
• 4 day in the office
• No visa sponsorship unfortunately

What you’ll do :

• Build and enhance pricing tools used directly by traders
• Provide real-time risk, scenario and PnL analytics
• Implement and maintain models developed by the Quant Research team
• Automate workflows and improve desk efficiency
• Support intraday needs across Rates, Bonds and FX desks
• Collaborate with Strats, IT and Model Validation teams

What we’re looking for :

• Experience as a Desk Quant / Trading Strat / Front Office Quant
• 5-10 years experience
• Strong C++ / C# exposure - Python beneficial
• Solid understanding of Rates, Bonds or FX markets
• Ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment
• Strong problem-solving mindset and excellent communication
• Master’s or PhD in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering at well‑known institute

Why this role :

• Direct impact on trading activity
• High visibility with senior desk leadership
• Exposure across multiple Fixed Income & FX products
• Opportunity to work in a major global front‑office environment

If you'd like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch.

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