Quantitative Research Analyst at PIMCO

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Fixed Income, Asset-Backed Finance, Credit, AlternativesIndustries

Requirements

Masters degree or PhD in Mathematics, Physics (non-experimental), Probability/Statistics, Engineering, or (Mathematical) Finance
Familiarity with asset-backed structured products, Intex and data analysis or empirical modelling is a strong plus
Minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience at a top sell-side or buy-side institution in a front office quantitative role
Exceptional quant / analytical skills – knowledge of advanced pricing techniques, asset pricing theory (including risk neutral, CAPM), probability theory, and cash flow / bond maths (e.g. OAS calculations)
Experience designing, coding, and implementing pricing and surveillance frameworks for automation / streamlining of tasks
Strong coding skills in Python – candidates for whom Python experience is limited to occasional / hobby usage should not apply
Experience with structuring / liability-side (e.g. SPV mechanics) aspects of finance a big plus
Working knowledge of Linux/Unix/Bash and SQL would be a plus

Responsibilities

Perform initial value deal assessments via data analysis, modelling and pricing of fundamental risks, and relative value (across capital structures and asset classes) analyses
Provide post-trade support by monitoring and reporting on collateral and trade performance (surveillance)
Support Portfolio Managers in their investment and asset management decisions
Develop new pricing models and implement them into Python code
Develop new approaches to pricing bespoke transaction features
Work with, and contribute to, large coding infrastructures
Work closely with Portfolio Managers and build strong relationships

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data AnalysisQuantitative ModelingAsset PricingRisk Neutral PricingRelative Value AnalysisPerformance Surveillance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for the Quantitative Research Analyst role?

A Masters degree or PhD in Mathematics, Physics (non-experimental), Probability/Statistics, Engineering, or (Mathematical) Finance is required.

What professional experience is needed for this position?

A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience at a top sell-side or buy-side institution in a front office quantitative role is required.

What technical skills are essential for this quant analyst role?

Candidates need exceptional quant/analytical skills, knowledge of asset pricing theory (including risk neutral, CAPM), probability theory, proficiency in developing pricing models and implementing them in Python, and experience with large coding infrastructures.

What is PIMCO's company culture like?

PIMCO has a high-performance inclusive culture that celebrates diverse thinking, invests in its people, and is guided by CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility, and Excellence.

Where is this Quantitative Research Analyst position based?

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