VP, Equity Derivatives Structuring

BMO Harris Bank; New York (NY); On-site; USD 221,000 - 299,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Accident and life insurance

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

BMO Capital Markets in New York is seeking a highly motivated quantitative professional to join the Equity Derivatives Structuring team. You will design, price, and analyze equity derivative and structured investment solutions for institutional and wealth-management clients.

The role blends finance, mathematics, and technology as you work with traders, sales, and researchers to deliver client-focused solutions, using Python for analytics and modeling.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Solid understanding of derivatives pricing and options theory.
• Knowledge of stochastic calculus and quantitative modeling techniques.
• Excellent analytical and written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze equity-linked investment and hedging solutions.
• Structure and price vanilla and light exotic derivative transactions.
• Support development of structured notes and customized investments.
• Perform payoff, scenario, and sensitivity analyses.
• Collaborate with traders, sales, engineers and researchers on client solutions.

Skills

Python programming

Derivatives pricing

Quantitative modeling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Quantitative Finance / Financial Engineering

Tools

Python

Job description

Application Deadline: 11/29/2026

Address: 151 W 42nd Street

Job Family Group: Capital Mrkts Sales & Service

BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service financial services provider. We offer corporate and investment banking, treasury management, as well as research and advisory services to clients around the world. #bmocapitalmarkets

Position Overview

BMO Capital Markets is seeking highly motivated quantitative talent to join its Equity Derivatives Structuring team.

We are looking for intellectually curious individuals who are passionate about financial markets, derivatives, and quantitative problem solving, and who are willing to invest the effort required to become experts in equity derivatives.

This opportunity is well suited to both outstanding recent graduates from leading quantitative programs and early-career professionals currently working in structuring, derivatives, quantitative analytics, trading, or risk management roles.

As part of the Structuring team, you will work alongside traders, sales professionals, engineers, and quantitative specialists to design, analyze, price, and execute equity derivative and structured investment solutions for institutional and wealth-management clients.

Key Responsibilities

Structuring & Product Development

• Design and analyze equity-linked investment and hedging solutions.
• Structure and price vanilla and light exotic derivative transactions.
• Support the development of structured notes and customized investment solutions.
• Evaluate risk-return characteristics of proposed transactions and investment strategies.
• Perform payoff analysis, scenario testing, and sensitivity analysis.

Quantitative Analysis & Technology

• Develop and maintain analytical tools using Python.
• Support pricing, risk management, and trade analytics platforms.
• Conduct quantitative research on derivatives pricing, volatility, and market behavior.
• Identify opportunities to automate and enhance existing processes and workflows.

Client Solutions & Commercial Development

• Partner closely with sales and trading teams to deliver customized client solutions.
• Prepare quantitative analyses and marketing materials supporting client transactions.
• Learn to communicate complex quantitative concepts clearly and effectively.
• Participate in client discussions and presentations as experience develops.

Collaboration

• Work closely with traders, sales professionals, quantitative researchers, risk managers, and technology teams.
• Contribute to a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and client-focused culture.
• Demonstrate ownership, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's degree in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.

• Strong quantitative undergraduate academic background.
• Strong programming skills in Python.
• Solid understanding of derivatives pricing and options theory.
• Knowledge of stochastic calculus, probability theory, and quantitative modeling techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets and derivatives.

Preferred

• Internship or professional experience within derivatives, structured products, structuring, trading, quantitative research, or risk management.
• Familiarity with equity derivatives and volatility products.
• Exposure to numerical methods and derivatives pricing models.
• Experience working with financial datasets and quantitative analytics tools.

What We Look For

• Strong quantitative aptitude.
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning.
• A genuine interest in financial markets and derivatives.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative mindset and team orientation.
• Entrepreneurial attitude and willingness to take initiative.
• Desire to develop both technical expertise and commercial judgment.

Why Join BMO?

This role provides a unique opportunity to build a career at the intersection of quantitative finance, trading, and client solutions.

You will receive direct exposure to:

Equity derivatives and structured products

Volatility and options markets

Trade structuring and execution

Quantitative modeling and analytics

Institutional and wealth-management clients

Client solution development

Sales and trading interaction

Salary

Please note the base salary for this role is $260,000 USD

Pay Type

Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group's pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group's expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group's total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en

BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.