Global Markets Liquid Financing Quantitative Analyst

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quantitative models and strategies to optimize trading decisions, pricing, and risk management.
• Conduct in-depth research, data analysis, and statistical modelling to derive insights into market trends and risk dynamics.
• Partner closely with sales and trading teams to identify client needs and develop customized financial solutions.
• Provide front office infrastructure support through the ownership and maintenance of analytical libraries.
• Offer expertise on quantitative methodologies and technological advancements to drive innovation within the trading environment.
• Manage and mitigate risks in support of the control and governance agenda.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in financial mathematics or a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering).
• Working knowledge of linear equity derivatives, including index futures, total return swaps, and equity ETFs.
• Proficiency in Python for extensive model development.
• Familiarity with object-oriented programming in C++ or Java.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, including probabilities, stochastics, and integration theory.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of equity finance trading desks or client analytics.
• Practical experience with statistics and data analysis.
• Experience with cross-platform development (Windows/Linux) and CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Experience with data visualization tools and libraries such as Jupyter or Dash.

About the Company

Barclays is a leading international financial institution. Our culture is built on our core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. We empower our people to challenge the status quo and drive innovation within the global markets.