Isilumko Staffing is recruiting for a Quantitative Analytics Consultant to join the client's Global Markets portfolio in Sandton. This role is pivotal in ensuring that global trading strategies are effective, scalable, and aligned with broader business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality.

• Evaluate the financial costs associated with risk and uncertainty.

• Lead solution design for future trading integration requirements using APIs and backend systems.

• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.

• Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform clients.

• Conduct regular product reviews to ensure alignment with evolving market needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)

• BSc Financial Engineering

• BSc Actuarial Science / Financial Mathematics

• BEng Mechatronics

• CQF (Certificate in Quantitative Finance)

• ACI Dealing Certificate

• Minimum 5 years' experience

Experience & Technical Skills

• Strong experience with trading platforms such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso

• Proficiency in one or more: Python, C++, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, Golang

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, including system analysis

• Experience in financial modelling and risk management practices

• Proven ability to design, execute, and validate projects end-to-end

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

• Experience working across cross-functional teams

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and alignment to business goals

• Leadership and team coordination

• Adaptability in fast-changing market environments

• Client relationship management