Strategy Delivery Consultant

Psybergate (Pty) Ltd; Knysna; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT company seeks a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant to enhance their financial services client's trading synergies. The role emphasizes strategic alignment, risk assessment, and advanced trading system integrations. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in trading environments and strong analytical capabilities.

Qualifications

• Completed BSc in relevant fields required.
• 5 years experience in Global Markets Consulting preferred.
• Hands-on experience with trading systems is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to document trading functionality.
• Lead design and implementation of trading systems.
• Provide training and guidance to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Adaptability

Education

BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)

BSc in Financial Engineering

BSc in Actuarial Science

BSc in Financial Mathematics

Tools

Front Arena

Murex

Calypso

Python

SQL

VBA

Matlab

Job description

Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.

We are looking for a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant / Strategy Delivery Consultant to join our financial services client based in Sandton for a 12-months contract role.

We are seeking a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant to support the delivery of strategic initiatives across Global Markets portfolio. This role plays a critical part in aligning the company's global trading strategies with its broader business objectives, ensuring seamless integration and optimized performance of our trading systems.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality and its integration across the business.
• Assess financial risks and quantify uncertainty to inform strategic decisions.
• Lead the design and implementation of future trading system integrations, leveraging existing APIs and backend infrastructure.
• Bridge communication between business stakeholders and technical teams to drive successful delivery of inflight and future initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance, support, and training to internal teams and clients using the trading platform.
• Conduct ongoing product assessments and propose updates to ensure alignment with market trends and business needs
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Completed BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science) / BSc in Financial Engineering / BSc in Actuarial Science or Financial Mathematics
• 5 years experience as a Global Markets Strategy & Trading Solutions Consultant
  
  

Technical Expertise

• Hands-on experience with trading systems such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
• Strong programming and data analysis skills (Python, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab)
  
  

Core Competencies

• Advanced analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of financial risk modeling and regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end, from requirements gathering to delivery
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align technology initiatives with broader business goals
• Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Client relationship management experience in a financial services or trading environment
• High adaptability in fast-paced and evolving markets
  
  

Please note that if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills

• Front Arena
• Murex
• Calypso
• Python
• SQL
• VBA
• Matlab