Strategic Delivery Consultant - Global Markets Portfolio at Datonomy Solutions

Datonomy Solutions; Emfuleni Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a highly skilled Strategic Delivery Consultant to join their Global Markets Portfolio team. The successful candidate will drive the execution of global trading strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives, engage with stakeholders, and manage project delivery with a strong focus on risk management and technology integration.

Qualifications

• BSc in Mathematical Sciences, Financial Engineering, or Actuarial Science & Financial Mathematics required.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, VBA, R, and Matlab necessary.
• Demonstrated experience with trading platforms such as Front Arena or Murex.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to analyze non-linear trading functionality.
• Lead solution design for trading integration needs via APIs.
• Provide expert support to users and clients on platform functionality.

Skills

Python

SQL

VBA

R

Matlab

Analytical Ability

Risk Management

Strategic

Delivery

Consultant

Education

BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)

BSc in Financial Engineering

BSc in Actuarial Science & Financial Mathematics

Tools

Front Arena

Murex

Calypso

Job description

Strategic Delivery Consultant – Global Markets Portfolio

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic Delivery Consultant to join our Global Markets Portfolio team. This is a key role focused on driving the effective execution of global trading strategies and ensuring alignment with broader business and technology objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document non-linear trading functionality and its role in business processes.
• Assess the financial implications of risk and uncertainty within trading strategies.
• Lead solution design for future trading integration needs via APIs and backend systems.
• Serve as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure successful delivery of ongoing projects.
• Provide expert support and training to internal users and external clients on platform functionality.
• Conduct product reviews and ensure trading solutions evolve with market demands.
  
  

Qualifications

• BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science), Financial Engineering, or Actuarial Science & Financial Mathematics.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Trading Platforms: In-depth knowledge of systems such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Python, SQL, VBA, R, and Matlab.
• Analytical Ability: Strong background in systems analysis and complex data interpretation.
• Project Delivery: Demonstrated success in managing projects end-to-end, from requirement gathering through to implementation and validation.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Risk Management: Understanding of risk frameworks and compliance within financial markets.
• Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and balance multiple initiatives.
• Strategic Alignment: Proven ability to align technical delivery with broader business goals.
• Client Focus: Skilled in building strong, trusted relationships with clients and internal teams
  
  

Desired Skills

• Strategic
• Delivery
• Consultant