Trading Enabler

Your key responsibilities

• Performing thorough due diligence of equity underlyings from both fundamental as well as technical perspectives as a part of deal selection
• Fundamental and first-principles valuation of underlying companies using various valuation methodologies
• Financial and credit analysis of underlying companies
• Deal selection and determining risk-based pricing and triggers for different deal shapes
• Identifying key risks for all trades, their potential impacts and risk mitigants
• Running quantitative and technical analysis to develop trading and hedging strategies
• Preparing risk analysis papers for trade approval by risk management functions and senior management
• Performing legal due-diligence to ensure that legal documents accurately reflect the agreed terms and conditions
• Reviewing Risk & PnL movements on a daily basis, managing risk positions by a constant review of the trigger levels, providing daily risk flashes and monthly updates

Your skills and experience

• The ideal candidate will have experience within a financial services environment and should demonstrate the following:
• Strong academic and professional background
• Highly quantitative and analytical bent of mind
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Desire to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Ability to work well under pressure & with a professional demeanour
• High attention to detail, solid organisational and interpersonal skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, prioritise multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to identify process efficiencies, suggest improvements and implement where feasible. The following will be considered a significant advantage:
• Prior financial services work experience, with buy-side perspective
• Equities/Credit Market knowledge, with special focus on equity valuation and risk analysis