Assurance - Manager (Quantitative Analytics - Credit and Valuation Specialist) - Financial Services

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

We are looking to grow our Quantitative Analytics and Treasury Services (“QATS”) practice within the Financial Services - Financial Accounting Advisory Services (“FAAS”). More concretely we are looking for quantitative finance and credit modelling individual to support Assurance teams with independent quantitative analysis on various financial instruments, investments and model testing used for the purpose of financial reporting. Included are opportunities to develop individual consulting skillsets and to provide services in areas of model governance and frameworks.

The service we provide within EY cover a broad spectrum of responsibilities faced with respect to financial instruments valuations and credit modelling. You will experience ongoing professional development through interactions with internal and external clients.

The QATS team at EY uses sophisticated techniques from financial engineering to credit modelling to assist clients to develop risk models for pricing, risk management and regulatory compliance purposes.

Your key responsibilities:

As a QATS Manager, you’ll be tackling a dynamic mix of responsibilities, including

• Lead and manage a portfolio of projects, from valuation to risk modelling, including
  
  
  
  • Valuation of Financial and Investment Instruments
  
  
  • Credit Modelling and Validation
  
  
  
  


• Act as first level reviewer to valuation and risk modelling engagements


• Mentor and inspire junior team members, fostering their growth while managing senior stakeholders’ expectations with confidence


• Spearhead client proposals, developing bold, innovative solutions to expand our market presence


• Lead the team on building and automating complex valuation and modelling templates / code scripts


• Build valuable relationships with external clients and internal peers


• Challenge yourself to continually learn and teach, mentoring others while developing your own career through various exposures in client projects

We’re looking for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to expand their role beyond project delivery into strategic leadership and market influence.

Skills and attributes for success

• Highly analytical and quantitatively trained with a keen eye for details


• Background in programming


• Highly motivated, ability to multi-task, work independently under minimum supervision and deliver top-quality results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication and updating team members on progress


• Excellent problem-solving skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others


• Advanced written and verbal communication skills


• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethics within a professional environment


• Excellent project management skills

The successful candidate must be able to display several achievements below:

• Within 6 months of joining, the candidate should:
  
  
  
  • Lead and deliver various valuation and risk modelling engagements
  
  
  • Able to work together within the team and actively provide guidance to junior staffs in order to deliver high quality work products
  
  
  • Work independently with minimum supervision and take ownership on the projects assigned
  
  
  
  


• Within 1 year of joining, the candidate should:
  
  
  
  • Become the go-to expert for valuation and risk modelling matters within EY, recognized for your technical expertise and leadership.
  
  
  • Continuously develop, automate and improve valuation and risk modelling processes.
  
  
  • Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders at client organizations.
  
  
  
  

To qualify for the role, you must have the following attributes:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative field e.g. mathematics, statistics, quantitative finance, data science, business analytics, physics, financial engineering or engineering with programming skills; or similar work experience.

• Industry related certification is a plus (e.g., FRM, CFA)

• Relevant expertise in valuation of complex derivatives and credit risk modelling/validation


• Experience in working in a team-oriented environment with a proven track record of managing teams and delivering in fast-paced and demanding environments


• Experience in programming, analytical and risk management tools/systems (e.g. Python, R, SAS, VBA)

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Prior working experience in global professional services organization or mid-tier firms in similar areas will be highly advantageous


• Prior working experience in banking industry, specifically, valuation of financial instrument, credit model development or validation will be highly advantageous

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent analytical skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization.

The successful candidate must also be committed to staying at the cutting edge of both the latest valuation and credit risk modelling techniques, business developments and accounting standards. We're seeking leaders with the ability to quickly anticipate and respond to the issues of a networked and constantly changing global economy.

What we offer

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.


• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.


• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.


• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible

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