Senior Quant Analyst - Fixed Income

Just Group plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Quant Analyst to enhance investment strategies in fixed income markets. The role involves collaboration with various teams to develop analytical techniques and ensure alignment within the technological ecosystem. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, programming expertise, and a solid understanding of financial products and pension schemes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Private medical cover

Income protection

Performance-based bonus scheme

Career progression opportunities

Access to Headspace

Employee Assistance Helpline

Qualifications

• Several years in quantitative modelling and analysis focusing on fixed income.
• Proven programming experience in Python and VBA.

Responsibilities

• Support the PC Quantitative pillar to enhance technological capabilities.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Traders for investment opportunities.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Player

Programming

Statistical Analysis

Machine Learning

Fixed Income Knowledge

Pension Schemes Understanding

Model Validation

Front-Office Experience

API/SQL Knowledge

Education

University Degree or Master’s in Mathematics

CQF or similar qualification

CFA or similar qualification

Job description

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Senior Quant Analyst - Public Credit

Location: London (Hybrid)

Full Time – 35 hours

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Who are Just?

We’re a FTSE 250 Financial Services company specialising in retirement solutions. Our world is rapidly evolving, and our defined benefit buy-in/buy-out space is growing annually by over £4bn of assets.

We are purpose-driven, aiming to help people achieve a better later life through innovative products, services, financial advice, and guidance, ensuring security and peace of mind in retirement.

Our mission is to become a beacon for the retirement industry, advocating for a fair, secure, and fulfilling retirement for everyone.

Purpose

The Public Credit (PC) team, within Just Group’s investment function, deploys capital into PC markets from new Bulk and Individual Annuity policies and evaluates the portfolio’s risk profile to seek sustainable capital generation via back book optimisation.

The PC Quant Senior Analyst role supports the newly formed PC Quantitative pillar, working closely with the PC Quant manager to enhance technological capabilities for systematic evaluation of investment opportunities and risks.

This involves collaboration with PC Portfolio Managers and Traders to meet commercial needs, and generating new analytical techniques to improve origination and optimisation capabilities. The role also involves working with wider teams (ALM, Investment Actuarial, Capital Management) to ensure PC models are aligned within Just’s technological ecosystem.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent analytical skills, quick calculations, and strong intuition
• Team player and effective presenter
• Proficiency in programming, preferably in Python and VBA (2+ years)
• Understanding of statistical analysis and machine learning
• Knowledge of fixed income products and financial market dynamics
• Understanding of Defined Benefit pension schemes and/or Solvency II
• Experience in creating/validating pricing, risk, and analytical models
• Front-Office experience in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of API/SQL/databases

Experience

• Several years in quantitative modelling and analysis, focusing on fixed income and Investment Grade credit
• Proven programming experience
• Investment experience
• Proactive, entrepreneurial, detail-oriented, diligent, and committed to self-development

Qualifications

Essential:

• University Degree or Master’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Engineering, Physics, or related field
• CQF or similar qualification
• CFA or similar qualification

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary, pension, and life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Private medical cover and income protection
• Performance-based bonus scheme
• Career progression opportunities
• Access to Headspace, Employee Assistance Helpline, and trained mental health first aiders
• Additional benefits via our online portal

Why Just?

We aim for sustainability, with commitments to reduce emissions and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through various initiatives and employee networks. We care about our customers, environment, inclusivity, wellbeing, and each other.

Flexible working environment: We encourage agility and flexibility; contact us to discuss options.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance
• Financial Services and Pension Funds