Equity Valuation Strategist

Equity Valuation StrategistThe successful candidate will help buildout internal system infrastructure focusing on the pricing and valuation of equity derivative products (delta1 and volatility products). The candidate will also be involved in the setup of new products, verification of pricing models, as well as the observation and analysis of P&L. Principal ResponsibilitiesPricing Model Validation – Work alongside internal Quant, Risk and Development teams in analyzing, testing and rolling out new internally developed equity derivative pricing models to production along with presenting analysis to review committees.Product Setup – Coordinate the setup of new products across internal systems. Configure internal systems and calibrate theoretical models for the proper valuations of equity derivative products.Qualifications/SkillsRequired1+ years demonstrated abilityExperience validating the pricing and risk of Equity Derivative models across options, variance/volatility swaps, total return swaps/futures, dividend swaps, and equity exotics (barrier, correlation, basket, conditionals, etc)Experience configuring and calibrating equity derivative theoretical pricing models and volatility configurationsUnderstanding of greek p&l attribution with experience in analyzing and explaining P&LExperience collaborating with quant and dev teams in validating and testing new pricing and risk modelsExperience working with trading desksProgramming experience (Python, VBA, etc)Detail oriented; Demonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of workStandout colleague with a strong willingness to participate and help othersStrong sense of urgency with ability to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure environment