Vice President, Quantitative Analytics

Royal Bank of Canada; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Bank of Canada in New York seeks a quantitative professional to join the Flow Rates Trading and FX Forwards desk. You will develop models, price instruments and provide risk analysis to traders.

Lead in front office analytics, collaborate with IT, and help evolve modelling frameworks within the firm's strategic systems.

Qualifications

• High qualifications in mathematics and computing.
• Knowledge of vanilla interest rates derivatives, FX and cash products for trading, pricing and risk management.
• 5-7 years solid experience in a Quant role, preferably desk facing.
• Experience in analytics library design and implementation including strong C skills.
• Strong experience in Front Office development software including Excel and Python.
• Knowledge of relevant applications and risk management systems and IT.
• Knowledge of regulatory and Anti-Money Laundering procedures.
• Understanding of front to back processes related to trading activity.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the trading desk to provide quantitative support to the business.
• Full lifecycle development of advanced mathematical models in the Firm's in-house analytics library.
• Design and implement advanced pricing and risk management tools used by trading and sales teams.
• Provide technical leadership in modernization of the framework and techniques.
• Collaborate with trading, sales, marketing to define requirements and specs.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure tool integration into IT systems per requirements.
• Contribute to the development of the shared Quant and Technology architectural vision.

Skills

C Programming Language

Client Counseling

Critical Thinking

Derivatives

Economic Analysis

Financial Instruments

Foreign Exchange Market

Interest Rate Models

Interest Rate Risk Analysis

Interest Rates

Investment Banking Analysis

Investment Risk Management

Market Risk

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel Functions

Microsoft Excel VBA Programming

Python (Programming Language)

Quant Finance (Inactive)

Quantitative Analytics

Quantitative Data

Quantitative Methods

Quantitative Models

Tools

13.3 Programming Tools

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Opportunity to join a dynamic Quantitative Analytics team facing the Flow Rates Trading and FX Forwards desk based in New York. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full lifecycle development of interest rate and FX models and products in the in-house analytics library, delivering advanced pricing and risk management tools and providing cutting-edge analysis to the trading and sales teams. The role will require a sharp focus on the evolution of modelling and tooling frameworks, coordinating these efforts across relevant teams to ensure successful integration into the Firm's strategic systems and frameworks.

What will you do?

• Partner with the trading desk to provide quantitative support to the business
• Full lifecycle development of advanced mathematical models in the Firm's in-house analytics library
• Design and implement advanced pricing and risk management tools used directly by the trading and sales teams
• Provide technical leadership and expertise in the implementation and delivery of quantitative solutions including modernization of the current framework and the techniques used within it
• Work closely and collaboratively with trading, sales and marketing to establish clear requirements and specifications
• Work closely and collaboratively with IT partners to ensure that tools are fully and properly integrated into IT systems and applications according to business requirements
• Provide input into the development of the shared Quant and Technology architectural vision

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• High qualifications in mathematics and computing
• Knowledge of vanilla interest rates derivatives, FX and cash products for trading, pricing and risk management
• 5-7 years solid experience in a Quant role, preferably desk facing
• Experience in analytics library design and implementation including strong C skills
• Strong experience in Front Office development software including Excel and Python
• Knowledge of relevant applications and risk management systems and IT
• Knowledge of regulatory and Anti-Money Laundering procedures
• Understanding of front to back processes related to trading activity
• Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice-to-have

• A postgraduate degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, economics, engineering, physics, mathematics or computing.
• Understanding of broad range of capital market products (cross-asset) beyond interest rate products
• Program management and regulatory delivery knowledge

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services

The Expected Salary Range For The Above Position Is $135,000 - $225,000 Depending On Factors Including But Not Limited To The Candidate's Experience, Skills, Registration Status; Market Conditions; And Business Needs. This Salary Range Does Not Include Other Elements Of Total Compensation, Including A Discretionary Bonus And Benefits Such As A 401(K) Program With Company-Matching Contributions; Health, Dental, Vision, Life And Disability Insurance; And Paid Time-Off Plan.
Rbc's Compensation Philosophy And Principles Recognize The Importance Of A Highly Qualified Global Workforce And Plays A Critical Role In Attracting, Engaging And Retaining Talent That:
Drives Rbc's High Performance Culture
Enables Collective Achievement Of Our Strategic Goals
Generates Sustainable Shareholder Returns And Above Market Shareholder Value

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Job Skills

• C Programming Language
• Client Counseling
• Critical Thinking
• Derivatives
• Economic Analysis
• Financial Instruments
• Foreign Exchange Market
• Interest Rate Models
• Interest Rate Risk Analysis
• Interest Rates
• Investment Banking Analysis
• Investment Risk Management
• Market Risk
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Excel Functions
• Microsoft Excel VBA Programming
• Python (Programming Language)
• Quant Finance (Inactive)
• Quantitative Analytics
• Quantitative Data
• Quantitative Methods
• Quantitative Models

Additional Job Details

Address:

BROOKFIELD PLACE FKA 3 WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER, 200 VESEY STREET:NEW YORK

City:

New York

Country:

United States of America

Work hours/week:

40

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-09-23

Application Deadline:

2025-11-14

Note : Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

I **nclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment**

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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