JPMorganChase
Quantitative Trading & Research - Commodities - Metals - Vice President
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Develop and implement pricing models and risk-management strategies for base and precious metals. Maintain quantitative libraries and trading platforms, provide model-related analytical support, and enhance tools used by traders to hedge trades and aggregate positions. Collaborate with trading and sales teams to solve complex challenges, identify opportunities, and deliver thoroughly tested, documented solutions.
Join a team where your quantitative expertise will shape the future of commodities trading. This is your opportunity to work at the forefront of financial innovation, collaborating with talented professionals and making a tangible impact on global markets. You will help deliver solutions that empower our trading desks and stakeholders. If you are passionate about quantitative research and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.
Job Summary:
As a Vice President within the Commodities Quantitative Trading and Research team in London, you will support our global base and precious metals businesses. You will work alongside a collaborative team, applying your quantitative skills to solve complex challenges and drive business outcomes. In this front office role, you will have the opportunity to influence trading strategies and contribute to the success of our business. You will be empowered to innovate and develop your expertise in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop pricing models and risk management strategies for base and precious metals businesses
- Implement models within quantitative libraries and trading/risk platforms, ensuring thorough testing and clear documentation
- Provide analytical support to internal clients by troubleshooting and resolving model-related issues
- Enhance and maintain the risk management platform used by traders to hedge trades and aggregate positions
- Collaborate closely with trading and sales teams to address challenges and identify new opportunities.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Advanced graduate degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Engineering, Quantitative Finance, or Computer Science, with a strong foundation in advanced mathematical models and their implementation
- Experience in a front office trading environment, preferably within commodities or FX
- Proficiency in derivatives pricing models and hedging techniques
- Strong programming skills and experience across multiple programming languages
- Business-driven approach with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead projects
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Experience with commodities or FX markets
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorganChase London, England Office
25 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, United Kingdom, E14 5JP
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