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About Citco Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $1 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients needs. For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com About the Team & Business Line: Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience. As a core member of our Valuations and P&L team, you will be working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon. Responsibilities for Internal Candidates Your Role: Run in-house and external vendor pricing models to independently value derivatives held by our hedge fund clients Analyze and compare derivative position’s valuations with reference to inputs, models and relevant risk sensitivity measures. Research OTC pricing exceptions and variances. Work with clients on resolving price challenges, answering valuation questions Involvement in testing new internally developed pricing models and system enhancements Should be able to understand current financial models in use and provide one-off modeling needs Improve pricing processes and infrastructure Assisting other teams with OTC instrument and trade loader setups Understand the basics of industry/accounting guidance (e.g. FAS157) and assist with incorporation into pricing processes Review of client Level 3 asset valuations and methodologies Researching markets, conventions and reporting standards Other duties/projects as assigned Clients’ portfolios priced and assessed on a timely basis Develop and evolve pricing capabilities within the team Qualifications for Internal Candidates About You: Degree Qualified (2.1 and above) in Engineering/Math/Physics/Finance/Economics from a top university Quantitative skills including basic calculus, statistics and financial math Academic/theoretical exposure to any of the following is desirable: Derivative valuation, Risk Management, Quantitative research, Financial engineering At least 2-3+ yrs. experience in hedge funds, derivatives valuation required Prior experience in engineering, risk management, trading, corporate finance or the sciences will be considered Experience in FX Options, Credit Default Swaps, and other derivatives a big plus Quick learner, strong attention to details, ability to take initiative Interest in derivatives valuation, financial engineering Technical skills including advanced Excel. Comfortable around IT and will need to quickly learn Excel VBA, SQL, unix, etc. Our Benefits Your wellbeing is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location. We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect. Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.
