Product Development Analyst - Alternative Asset Technologies

Validus Risk Management is seeking a Financial Application Business Analyst to join our product team within Quantitative Analytics and Technology department. The successful candidate will work closely with risk advisors, traders, developers and quants to analyse, design and implement solutions for our technology solutions (Validus Horizon) for alternative asset managers, focusing on market risks. This position will require experience in financial instruments, understanding of business processes and technical self-sufficiency like Python and SQL.

As an independent financial services firm, Validus and its award-winning technology provides risk management solutions for private debt, private equity, and real estate funds. If you're looking to join a dynamic team that's dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions for our clients, Validus is the place for you.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and developers to design, implement, and maintain Validus Horizon platform.
• Analyse requirements to create detailed technical designs and specifications for new systems or modifications to existing systems.
• Collaborate with system architects, project managers and development teams to provide estimates and identify issues/challenges in meeting project timelines.
• Verify that solutions meet requirements and business objectives, and are delivered on-time and on-budget.
• Create and maintain systems documentation including functional specifications, test plans, and process flow diagrams.
• Manage support tickets with the ability to identify the issues and then to assign to the right team.

• Master's degree in Finance, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent degree.
• Business analysis experience in financial markets required, Forex and IR derivatives is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Knowledge of SQL database and python programming is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Eligible for company bonus scheme
• Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits
• Financial support towards qualifications
• Pension

About the Company:

Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology.

Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Notable benefits include a competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus), health care, retirement plans, and financial support towards professional qualifications.

Our core company values are;

• Accountability – Getting it done and owning the result.
• Teamwork – We succeed by helping others succeed.
• Integrity – We serve our clients; the responsibility is sacrosanct. 
• Diversity – Diversity boosts creativity – creativity is our edge.
• Kaizen – Strive to do things better. Innovation kills complacency.

Validus is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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