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Director, Equity Exotics Desk Quant

  • London
  • ~£350k TC

I’m working on a Director-level Front Office Equity Exotics Quant role in London. Negotiable salary but in the range of ~£350k total comp.

The team is responsible for the research, development and implementation of quantitative models supporting the Equity Derivatives business, with a particular focus on Equity Exotics, Structured and Hybrid products.

Working closely with the trading desk, this is a senior and highly visible role combining hands-on quantitative modelling with technical leadership across the London Exotics team.

Key responsibilities:

  • Research, develop and implement sophisticated Equity Exotics pricing and risk models
  • Work closely with traders on valuation, calibration and risk management
  • Provide senior technical leadership across the London Equity Exotics quant team
  • Review and guide model development undertaken by other quants
  • Help drive the continued development and enhancement of the Equity Derivatives modelling platform
  • Partner closely with global Quant, Trading and Technology teams

Experience required:

  • Significant Front Office Equity Derivatives quantitative modelling experience
  • Strong expertise across Equity Exotics / Structured Products
  • Strong mathematical modelling and derivatives pricing expertise
  • Strong C++ programming skills and good knowledge of Python
  • Experience working directly with Equity Derivatives trading desks
  • Ability to combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership and broader ownership
  • Experience within a leading Equity Derivatives / Exotics franchise would be highly advantageous

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Equity Exotics Quant to take on a role with significant technical ownership and help further develop the London Exotics platform.

If you meet the brief please get in touch.

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