Strategic Indices Structuring - Commodity QIS Group - Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking an Associate in the Strategic Indices Structuring team to assist in the development and analysis of commodity trading strategies. The ideal candidate has a postgraduate degree, strong quantitative skills, and experience in data analysis. This role offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in quantitative finance and derivatives.
• Experience with data analysis using Python or similar tools.
• Postgraduate degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of commodity trading strategies.
• Support the development and pricing of complex derivatives.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders including Trading and Legal.

Skills

Derivatives knowledge

Quantitative skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Postgraduate degree in relevant field

Tools

Python

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12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Are you passionate, curious, and eager to learn? Our JP Morgan Strategic Indices franchise is a market-leading team providing exposure to a wide range of JPMorgan CIB clients through sophisticated trading strategies. As an Analyst/Associate, you will gain hands-on experience in the lifecycle of commodity systematic trading strategies, with a focus on quantitative analysis and market research. You will play a key role in supporting our team by collaborating with JPM Sales and Trading teams, as well as business support and control functions. We offer a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and development, where your skills and passion will make a significant impact.

As an Analyst or Associate in our team, you will assist in the development and analysis of commodity strategies, working closely with our experienced team members. This will include supporting research and development of new strategies in commodities, assisting in the origination and marketing efforts (in partnership with Sales), and contributing to the delivery of strategies (in partnership with Trading, Quantitative Research, Legal, and Compliance teams).

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of commodity trading strategies and propose innovative solutions for clients.
• Apply your quantitative skills to support the development and pricing of complex derivatives.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on innovative solutions developed by the group.
• Collaborate with multiple internal stakeholders such as Structuring, Trading, Technology, Legal, and Compliance.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Strong interest and foundational knowledge in derivatives and quantitative finance.
• Strong quantitative and communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis (preferably using Python or similar tools).
• Obtained a postgraduate university degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Finance, or a related field.
• Beyond that, we’re interested in the things that make you unique: personal qualities, outside interests, and achievements beyond academia that demonstrate the kind of person you are and the differences you could bring to the team.

This role encompasses the performance of UK regulated activity. The successful candidate will therefore be subject to meeting UK regulatory requirements in the assessment of fitness, propriety, knowledge and competence (as assessed by the Firm) and (where appropriate) approval by the UK Financial Conduct Authority and/or the Prudential Regulation Authority to carry out such activities.