Associate - Algorithmic Trading - Investment Banking

Our client is one of the Global Banking firms which provides industry-focused services for clients across geographies. We are currently looking for a skilled professional to join their Algorithmic Trading Model Validation Group in Mumbai. This position focuses on independently validating algorithmic trading models across various asset classes and business lines.

Some of the key responsibilities will include:

- Independently validate Algorithmic Trading Models, assessing conceptual soundness and integrity of model parameters.

- Conduct implementation testing and perform Model Risk Analysis to quantify and manage model risk.

- Develop and execute Model Performance Monitoring to ensure models perform as intended.

- Design and implement Model Risk Control processes for Algorithmic Trading Models.

- Prepare comprehensive model review documentation.

To be eligible for this role you will require:

- 2-4 years of experience in a quantitative environment as a Model Developer or Model Validator.

- Graduate or postgraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics).

- Practical knowledge of optimization, statistics, and machine learning and hands-on experience with querying and analyzing big datasets, ideally high-frequency tick data.

- Proficiency in Python or similar knowledge for code (q/kdb+) development and back testing of trading strategies.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, capable of delivering high-quality reports and ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.