Credit Desk Strat (Quant Analyst)

Barclays UK; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment bank is seeking a talented Quantitative Analyst to join their Credit Flow team in London. This role involves developing quantitative models, collaborating with traders, and applying analytical expertise to optimize trading strategies. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, particularly in Python, and an interest in financial mathematics. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative trading solutions while enhancing your career in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills, especially in Python.
• Interest in financial mathematics, preferably with financial services experience.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of quantitative models and strategies.
• In-depth research, data analysis, and statistical modelling.

Skills

Python

Financial Mathematics

Analytical Skills

Tools

.NET (C#)

Excel

VBA

Job description

Our Quantitative Analyst (QA) – Credit Flow team is seeking a talented individual to join a high-impact group working at the intersection of trading and technology. You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative team embedded within the Credit Trading business, working directly with traders to develop tools, conduct quantitative analysis, and enhance infrastructure. The Quant Desk Strat role focuses on liquid, traditional credit trading products within the Flow Credit division, providing exposure to real trading desk challenges and decision-making.

Essential Skills:

• Strong programming skills, especially in Python.
• Willingness to work closely with traders, solve real-business problems, and own solutions end-to-end.
• Interest in financial mathematics, preferably with financial services experience.
• Pragmatic, hands-on approach – comfortable working in Excel and legacy environments initially.

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of object-oriented design and ability to write clean, scalable code.
• Experience with financial markets or trading environments.
• Interest in developing complete tools, beyond just backend models.
• Experience with .NET (C#), Excel, VBA.

This role is based in London and may involve assessments on risk, controls, change management, business acumen, strategic thinking, and technical skills.

Purpose of the role

To apply quantitative analysis, mathematical modelling, and technology to support trading strategies, risk management, and decision-making, optimizing trading and investment opportunities.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and implement quantitative models and strategies to analyze market trends, optimize trading decisions, pricing, and risk across financial products and markets.
• Collaborate with sales teams to identify client needs and develop tailored solutions.
• Conduct research, data analysis, and statistical modelling to generate insights into market dynamics.
• Support front office infrastructure by maintaining analytical libraries.
• Drive innovation by applying industry best practices, new methodologies, and technological advancements.

Assistant Vice President Expectations:

• Advise on decision-making, contribute to policy development, and collaborate across functions.
• Lead complex tasks, set objectives, coach team members, and evaluate performance.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors: listen, inspire, align, develop others.
• For individual contributors, lead collaborative projects and guide team efforts.
• Provide advice on complex issues and support resolution of escalated problems.
• Identify risk mitigation strategies and develop policies for control and governance.
• Manage risks and enhance controls related to work activities.
• Perform tasks aligned with organizational objectives, collaborating across areas.
• Engage in complex data analysis from multiple sources to address challenges creatively.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.

All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, and Drive.