About the role
structured by ORI## FID – eRates Strategist – Vice President Department Overview The Fixed Income Division (FID) is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products, Securitized Products, and Municipal Securities. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well…
What you will do
- Designing and implementing electronic trading algorithms for government bonds and interest rate swaps.
- Developing statistical and machine learning models for alpha signal research, pricing, hedging, and risk management.
- Building tools for performance tracking and effective monitoring of algorithms and models.
What they are looking for
- Strong foundation in probability, statistics, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in Python
- Experience in quantitative research, particularly alpha signal research.
- Ability to translate trading ideas and business requirements into well-defined quantitative problems and deliver solutions iteratively.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders, including traders, sales, strats, technology, and risk management teams.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with technology teams to coordinate development and production delivery.
- Self-motivated, rigorous, and tenacious, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, with knowledge of fixed income instruments, government bonds, and/or interest rate swaps.
- Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or engineering.
Nice to have
- experience with q/kdb+ and Java is a plus.
- Relevant academic research experience is a plus.
Before you apply
- This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Full posting text
FID – eRates Strategist – Vice President
Department Overview
The Fixed Income Division (FID) is comprised of Interest Rate and Currency Products, Credit Products, Securitized Products, and Municipal Securities. Professionals in the Division assess and actively manage risk, trade securities, and structure as well as execute innovative transactions in the fast-paced and constantly changing global markets. The Commodities Division is a market leader in energy, metals, and agricultural product trading worldwide whose professionals’ trade in both physical and derivative commodity risk.
About Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.
As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.
What will you be doing?
The role focuses on designing and implementing electronic trading algorithms for government bonds and interest rate swaps. Responsibilities include developing statistical and machine learning models for alpha signal research, pricing, hedging, and risk management, as well as building tools for performance tracking and effective monitoring of algorithms and models.
What we’re looking for:
- Strong foundation in probability, statistics, and data analysis.
- Proficiency in Python; experience with q/kdb+ and Java is a plus.
- Experience in quantitative research, particularly alpha signal research.
- Ability to translate trading ideas and business requirements into well-defined quantitative problems and deliver solutions iteratively.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders, including traders, sales, strats, technology, and risk management teams.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with technology teams to coordinate development and production delivery.
- Self-motivated, rigorous, and tenacious, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, with knowledge of fixed income instruments, government bonds, and/or interest rate swaps.
- Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, physics, computer science, or engineering. Relevant academic research experience is a plus.
Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements:
This role is deemed as a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.
Flexible work statement:
Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.
Internal Applicants:
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Equal opportunities statement:
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to