Quantitative Analyst

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

The end client is unable to sponsor or transfer visas for this position; all parties authorized to work in the US without sponsorship are encouraged to apply.

Our client is seeking a Quantitative Analyst in New Mexico, NM.

Role Description

You'll be working as part of the global Quantitative Risk Modelling team (QRM).
Our team is responsible for all aspects of economic stress testing and scenario analysis.
The QRM Scenarios and Scenario Models (SSM) team's main focus is on modelling of global macroeconomic and financial risk and the development of baseline and stress scenarios for and its regional entities.
The scenarios are developed using research, subject-matter expertise, use of econometric models and input from regulators, senior management and other experts

• Learn how to develop qualitative and quantitative aspects of macroeconomic scenarios, and how to translate regulatory stress tests

• Utilize existing methodologies for projecting macroeconomic and financial variables under baseline and stress conditions

• Demonstrate soundness of scenario assumptions by means of robust research and monitoring of political, macroeconomic and market developments, including but not limited to analysis of the Americas and Asia region

• Contribute ideas to and directly support the improvement of regulatory scenarios expansion methodologies

• Interact with different teams across scenario analysis

Skills & Requirements

• Master's degree in a relevant quantitative field (e.g.
economics, macroeconomics, environmental economics, financial economics).
Exceptional candidates without a Master's degree but with highly relevant additional work experience will also be considered

• Working experience in a related role would be desirable, but not necessarily required

• Experience involving economic analysis, forecasting of macroeconomic and financial variables, or generation of macroeconomic scenarios

• Solid knowledge of macroeconomic and financial indicators

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and synthesizing skills (you know how to figure things out)

• Team-oriented but able to complete tasks independently to a high standard

• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented

• A strong communicator, able to clearly and confidently explain technical topics to a non-technical audience

• Fluent in English, with strong writing skills

• Keen interest in the interaction between macroeconomics, financial markets and current affairs, ideally with relevant previous experience

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends.
Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers.
You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles.
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In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company.
Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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