Global Head of QIS Platform

UBS Financial Services; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS Financial Services is seeking a strategic leader with a strong operational mindset in quantitative finance to oversee their QIS Platform Team in London. The role involves managing complex developments and governance of Quantitative Investment Strategies and Index Platforms while driving key initiatives across divisions. Candidates must have a solid background in finance or related fields, leadership experience, and a deep understanding of regulatory landscapes. Join a company that values diversity and innovation in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Collaboration and agile working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar managerial role in quantitative finance.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams effectively.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance related to asset-class indices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the QIS Platform Team while ensuring collaboration across functions.
• Oversee development and maintenance of quantitative investment strategies and governance topics.
• Drive client front-end infrastructure development for improved user experience.

Skills

Leadership

Quantitative Finance

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Python

Java

Education

Advanced degree in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science

Job description

http://jobs.ubs.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25008&siteid=5012&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=321554

About the Role

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for quantitative finance? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy working across multiple cultures? We're looking for someone like that who can:

• Lead and manage the QIS Platform Team, ensuring effective collaboration across all relevant functions.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of Secondary Implementations of Quantitative Investment Strategies and Indices to ensure independence and accuracy.
• Coordinate with Structuring, Trading, Quants, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate development and implementation of new Dynamic Strategies.
• Manage Index Platform Governance topics such as restatement policy, standardization of index/strategy rulebooks and methodologies, managing conflicts of interest and escalation processes, and driving other strategic improvements around Platform Governance.
• Maintain relationships with Third Party Index Administrators, including regular reviews of their performance and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage contractual complexities of Index and Data licenses applicable to the QIS business.
• Oversee the handling of market disruption events and ensure proper escalation.
• Drive the development of our client front-end infrastructure including external web landing pages, GUIs, and client reporting.
• Responsible for a strategic third-party partnership index family, managing product development, marketing efforts, and financials.

Location and Team

You’ll be based in London, in the QIS Platform Team operating within the IB Global Markets. The team is responsible for activities around overseeing the integrity of our QIS indices and strategies, resolving real-time calculation issues, and improving platform robustness.

Your Expertise

• Advanced degree in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Extensive experience in quantitative finance and dynamic strategy development.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management skills.
• Deep understanding of financial regulations and compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-starter, quick thinker, highly adaptable, and able to deal with ambiguity.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to understand processes quickly and determine priorities based on business needs.
• Strong focus, drive, and commitment to timely, high-standard deliverables.
• Experience with coding and programming languages, especially Python and Java.
• Knowledge of financial benchmarks and market data vendors.
• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role with asset-class indices knowledge.
• Understanding of regulatory landscape, control frameworks, and governance in Global Markets.
• Proven track record of delivering milestones on time and to high standards with limited supervision.

About UBS

UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager, operating through four divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management, and Investment Bank. We have a presence in all major financial centers in over 50 countries.

Work Environment

We embrace flexible working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing, and hybrid models. Our culture and infrastructure support collaboration and agile working to meet business needs.

Our People

We believe our people drive our success. With diverse backgrounds, skills, and interests, we are more than just ourselves. Join #teamUBS and make an impact.

Disclaimer

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and empower individuals and support diversity within our workforce.