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Quantitative Analyst
Moody's
New York, NY, United States
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Role/Responsibilities
Role / Responsibilities:
We are looking for a Quantitative Analyst to join our modelling team. Our team is responsible for developing all models and scorecards used in the rating process.
Key Responsibilities:
• Build and develop complex cash flow models using Moody’s fixed income software
• Develop in-depth knowledge of our Rating Agency models and scorecards
• Assisting with ad-hoc quantitative projects to update and improve the rating process (structured finance simulations, macroeconomic projects, etc.).
• Publish research and participate in professional training for the analytical staff
• Perform back-tests and develop analytical projects to confirm the ability of financial models to assess credit risk.
• Assist developers in the creation of models and scorecards
• Act as a key point of contact to provide guidance to rating teams to ensure consistency with rating models and scorecards when appropriate
Required Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematical Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Experience in financial modelling – experience in credit risk, credit derivatives or structured finance a strong plus. Experience may be gained through employment or academic study
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and analyse legal documents on complex financial structures
• Proficient/expert in Excel and VBA, and other MS Office tools
• Strong quantitative aptitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate clearly and succinctly
• High attention to detail with excellent organisational and analytical skills and ability to handle multiple projects at one time
• Hard working, easy to work with, and a willingness to learn new technologies
• Fluency in English is essential
LOB/Department
CSS / Rating Model Group
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